Clos Du Bois Chardonnay (75cl, 13.5%)

A barrel-fermented Sonoma County Chardonnay from Alexander Valley, bottled at 13.5% ABV in a 750 ml bottle. Founded in 1974 by Frank Woods, the estate marries traditional French winemaking with Sonoma County fruit. Approximately 70% of the juice is barrel-fermented, with partial malolactic fermentation adding richer texture and a buttery mid-palate. Ripe Gala apple and pear blossom lead the aroma, with toasted peanut, buttered popcorn and lemon drop. The palate is bright with apple and pear, moving into baked apple, pineapple, vanilla and caramel, finishing with toasted caramel and fresh citrus.