Krispel Chardonnay Kaargebirge, Vulkanland Steiermark DAC 2019 (75cl)

Krispel Chardonnay Kaargebirge comes from Vulkanland Steiermark in south-east Austria, where volcanic soils reputedly give a stony, taut quality. Chardonnay from cooler European sites like this usually leans crisp rather than buttery. It is a good choice if your usual white is Burgundy or New Zealand Sauvignon and you want to try somewhere new. Chill and serve with roast chicken, pork or creamy pasta. It shows citrus and white orchard fruit with a stony, saline edge, firm acidity and restrained oak.