Beringer Napa Valley Chardonnay (75cl, 14.6%)

A 100% Chardonnay from Napa Valley, California, bottled at approximately 14.6% ABV in a 750ml format. It is produced by Beringer Vineyards, established in 1875, with fruit sourced predominantly from the Gamble Ranch vineyard in the Oakville AVA. Each vineyard set is harvested, fermented and aged separately, and only the best sets are selected for the final blend. Fermentation takes place in 100% French oak barrels, approximately 64% new, followed by full malolactic fermentation with weekly bâtonnage. The nose shows golden apple, yellow plum, banana peel, chamomile, hawthorn blossom and browned toast. The palate is generous with lemon confit and marzipan, building to Meyer lemon, yuzu and ripe pear, while the finish is medium-long with French oak, orange oil and lemon meringue.