Maison Ventenac, Préjugés 2023

“Aging a white wine in oak barrels isn’t in my nature. Barrels really aren’t my thing… But since I have a taste for contradiction and experimentation, I discovered that this type of aging lent itself well to this Chardonnay, sculpted with mineral notes. It was a great surprise for this first attempt. So, only fools don’t change their minds…”

A not-so-dumb grocer!

Region : Cabardés, Languedoc

DO : IGP Pays d'Oc

Varieties : 100% Chardonnay

Climate : Mediterranean with oceanic influences

Soil : Calcareous-Clayey

Winemaking : In stainless steel tanks, with indigenous yeasts and without the addition of sulfites

Aging : 2 months in a 20 hl oak foudre

Tasting Notes

Yellow color with green highlights.

Mature Chardonnay (notes of pineapple and exotic fruits) but that remains fresh, with a pleasant acidity.  

The woody notes are present but subtle and well-integrated. A gourmet, seductive, and precise wine that will age beautifully for 2 to 4 years.