At the table with Chardonnay 2023
Monkfish fillet with beurre blanc, mushroom risotto, roast chicken with tarragon, veal escalope with cream, Brie de Meaux.
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Chardonnay 2023Bogle
This cuvée comes from the Bogle family, based in Clarksburg, in the Sacramento River Delta, in the heart of California. The vines enjoy a hot, sunny climate, tempered every evening by cool breezes drifting up from San Francisco Bay. The family vineyards are certified for sustainable viticulture under the Californian standard, and the 2023 vintage, with its cool growing season, allowed slow, even ripening of the grapes.
Half of the must ferments in oak barrels, the other half in stainless-steel tanks, in order to combine roundness with bright fruit. Malolactic fermentation is carried through to completion, then the wine is aged on the lees for eight months, with regular manual bâtonnage that stirs the fine lees back into suspension. This ageing brings a broad, creamy texture while preserving the natural freshness of the Chardonnay.
This wine reveals notes of lemon, fresh apple, juicy pear, white peach, jasmine, vanilla, fresh butter, clove and toast. The nose blends citrus, orchard fruit and a floral touch, while the ageing brings soft, spicy nuances. The palate is broad and creamy, balanced by a lemony freshness, and ends on a harmonious finish with toasty accents.
Where are we traveling?
CaliforniaUnited States
While all 50 American states produce wine, California alone accounts for around 85% of the country's output, making the state the world's 4th-largest producer behind Italy, France and Spain. The climate is strongly influenced by the Pacific Ocean, which at this latitude is a cold ocean. Wine regions close to the Pacific have an oceanic climate that becomes Mediterranean the further inland you go, and more continental near the Sierra Nevada. Bays and openings to the sea, such as San Pablo Bay, act as thermal regulators for viticulture, particularly in the Napa and Sonoma Valleys.
The sub-region: Lodi
The Lodi wine area lies directly east of San Francisco Bay. Although it is quite far from the coast (the Pacific is 115 km to the west), Lodi enjoys a Mediterranean climate that is milder than you might expect for an inland location. This is due to the many rivers that cross the region and the creeks, estuaries and bays into which they flow. The parts of the region closer to the ocean are noticeably cooler, although most of Lodi enjoys warm days and lends itself to producing reds with concentrated flavour.
The little history of the country
United States
In the United States, 90% of the wine produced comes from California. It was the influx of gold prospectors to California that boosted the California wine industry in the mid-19th century, particularly in the Sonoma and Napa region. At the start of the 20th century, there were 800 wineries. From 1919 to 1933 Prohibition destroyed the vast majority of the California wine industry so that by 1933, only 140 wineries remained producing wine. It was only from 1960 that the wine industry began to recover from Prohibition and California was primarily known for the production of fortified wines (in the style of Port). It was also in the 1960s that some of the most famous estates were created (Mondavi, Heitz Wine Cellars, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, etc...).
In 1976, a significant event took place: the legendary tasting competition better known as the "Judgment of Paris". He sees the greatest French wines opposing the new American wines. This May 24, an unexpected result shakes the world of wine, since to everyone's surprise, it is the United States which wins. However, this competition remains relatively unknown to the general public.
Today, there is no doubt that the United States produces great wines. Even though California largely monopolizes the reputation of American wines with its excellent Zinfandels, the state of Oregon produces some of the best Pinot Noir in the world and the state of Washington offers excellent Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon.
All about Chardonnay 2023
At what temperature should Chardonnay 2023 be served?
Between 10 and 12 °C.
How long can Chardonnay 2023 be kept?
Ageing potential: 1 to 5 years, until around 2028. Store the bottle lying down, away from light, at around 12 °C.
Which grapes make up Chardonnay 2023?
Grapes: 100% Chardonnay. Origin: California, United States. Alcohol: 13.5%.
What to serve with Chardonnay 2023?
Chardonnay 2023 pairs well with soft cheese, vegetarian dishes, white fish and white meat. Our dish ideas are in the food pairing box at the top of the page.