Picasso 'Élegance' Chardonnay 2023
Primary flavours
Apple
Lemon
Nectarine
Apple Pie
Mineral
Details
The ‘Elegance’ Chardonnay from Complices is a bright Chardonnay for those that like pure, elegant Chardy. With a pop of acidity, a string of apple and lemon drive with subtle hints of nectarine and trademark minerality, this is a delight to drink.
The Loire Valley is a grand region that traverses central France where you will find the perfect mix of history, gastronomic delights and a nice smattering of castles. The region expands from the coastal city of Nantes where you could consume one of the best pairings in the world, oysters with muscadet, to the historically important city of Orléans, and by historic, we are talking Joan of Arc levels! François- Xavier Barc and Gérald Vallée started Complices de Loire in 2010, after both having a strong background of winemaking in the Loire Valley. The winery sources fruit from across the Loire and produces a range of classic wines from Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc to Cabernet Franc and Gamay. The winery has two different vineyards, after acquiring Domaine à Deux in 2015, which has helped grow the range of wines. There is a beauty to the range, with modern wine labels and well constructed wines that showcase the versatility of the Loire Valley.
The Loire Valley is a grand region that traverses central France where you will find the perfect mix of history, gastronomic delights and a nice smattering of castles. The region expands from the coastal city of Nantes where you could consume one of the best pairings in the world, oysters with muscadet, to the historically important city of Orléans, and by historic, we are talking Joan of Arc levels! François- Xavier Barc and Gérald Vallée started Complices de Loire in 2010, after both having a strong background of winemaking in the Loire Valley. The winery sources fruit from across the Loire and produces a range of classic wines from Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc to Cabernet Franc and Gamay. The winery has two different vineyards, after acquiring Domaine à Deux in 2015, which has helped grow the range of wines. There is a beauty to the range, with modern wine labels and well constructed wines that showcase the versatility of the Loire Valley.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards medium bodied, low sweetness, with medium acidity, some fruitiness, low tannins, medium alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Loire Valley
country
France
Grape type
Chardonnay
Wine Maker
Complices de Loire
Alcohol
13%
Vintage
2023
Cellar period
3-5 years
Production method
Vegan
Pairing guide
This cool climate Chardonnay is a sensational food pairing wine, bursting with the kind of flavour and body that makes it hugely versatile and exciting to match up with tasty dishes. It’s a real winner with white meats - ranging from grilled chicken salads to creamy veal, pork chops, and turkey curries - and will also pair very well with rich shellfish, cream and cheese sauces, egg pasta creations, and the decadent richness of avocado. Gnocchi in sage butter is always a winner with a Chardonnay, as is meaty fish like halibut, swordfish, and barramundi.
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Food
Seafood
Red Meat
Cheese
Tastes
Rich
Moods
You'll know when
Seasons
Winter
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Loire Valley, France
The Loire Valley wine region is known for producing some of the finest white wines in France. It is in central France along the Loire River, which flows west from the Massif Central to the Atlantic coast. The Loire wine region is known for its diversity of grape varieties and winemaking styles, including whites, reds, stickies and even sparkling wines like Crémant de Loire. With that said, the most sought wines in the Loire Valley include Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, and Melon de Bourgogne, better known as Muscadet.
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