and aging was in large Slavonian oak casks (like all Massolino Nebbiolo) for 12 months
The grapes for this unwooded style are picked slightly riper than most in order to eliminate green characters and maximise the flavours of the tropical fruit spectrum and to give the wine greater palate weight and length
allows d'Yquem to produce wines of enormous complexity with consistent accumulation of botrytis often in years when others struggle
Pale coral color with a delicately spicy nose of citrus fruits
and is planted with 50-70 year-old vines
Toolangi Pauls Lane Chardonnay 2025 clos-larrouyat and aging was in largeA beautifully expressive Chardonnay fresh, refined and elegantly structured, showcasing the finesse and purity of the Yarra Valley. Tasting Notes Appearance: Pale gold with bright clarity clean, luminous and inviting. Aroma: white peach and nectarine citrus, lemon zest and grapefruit subtle flinty minerality light oak spice and nougat Palate: stone fruit and citrus peach, nectarine and lemon fine, integrated oak mineral freshness and balance vibrant