2023, Domaine du Pélican, ARBOIS, ChardonnayThis cuve is made from several different parcels located in Arbois and Montigny ls Arsures. The vineyards sit mostly on hilltops, over marly soils, with more clay than in the sites for the single vineyard Chardonnays. Their elevation is the highest of the estate (close to 400 m). Fermentation in barrels and foudres. Ageing is in 350 and 500 litre barrels (of which 5% are new oak) for about 30% of the crop. The balance is in foudre and vats. The 2023

one of our direct ancestors

I like this expression

third vintage of being certified biodynamic

with a nice long finish

cedar and light pressed flower scents

Luscious and sweet

graphite coming through with aeration

much like its immediate neighbour Château Latour

with perfumed oak

this looks first rate and joyously accessible Drink from 2029-2035

This is a La Conseillante for long-term ageing

carrying notes of stone fruit supported by hints of puff pastry and mandarin pith