Chardonnay
Chardonnay
Little Engine 2023 Silver Chardonnay
Canadian White
Lemon drop and lime leaf lead with a bright, energetic freshness, followed by snap pea and a light note of chamomile tea. The palate is zesty and precise, with tangerine and grapefruit carried by mouth-watering salinity. A measured texture gives the citrus room to unfold without softening its line. The finish is long and clean, leaving lime, tangerine and a cool saline impression.
Bernard-Massard Chardonnay Brut
Luxembourgish Sparkling
Exotic fruit and white flowers open with a fresh, elegant lift. Traditional bottle fermentation and several months on the lees bring fine bubbles and a gently rounded texture, while the Chardonnay base keeps the palate clear and fruit-led. The brut finish is crisp rather than austere, leaving citrus, tropical fruit and a delicate yeasty note in a clean, composed close.
Tue-Boeuf 2025 Vin Blanc VDF
French White
Bright citrus and tropical fruit open with lychee, gooseberry and a lifted aromatic edge. The palate is vivid and mouth-watering, driven by lively acidity and a clean, energetic line. A small Chardonnay component brings subtle breadth through the centre, softening the Sauvignon Blanc’s sharper contours without muting its freshness. With air, the aromatics settle into a more composed, gently layered finish of citrus, tropical fruit and crisp green fruit.
Laurent-Perrier NV La Cuvée Brut Champagne
French Wine
Pale gold with fine bubbles and a lively mousse. Fresh pear and white peach lead, lifted by delicate floral notes and a chalky mineral edge. The palate is bright and composed, with citrus and green apple framed by a subtle touch of pastry dough. Honeysuckle softens the centre without diminishing the wine’s freshness. Elegant and approachable through the finish, it closes with clean fruit, fine texture and persistent energy.
Josh Cellars 2019 Chardonnay
American White
Bright citrus and juicy peach lead, followed by apple, pear and a measured note of honey. The palate is rounded without feeling heavy, with gentle oak, cream and vanilla adding texture around the fruit. Lemon and lime bring freshness through the middle, while hints of apricot and pineapple add breadth. Balanced and approachable, it finishes cleanly with soft fruit, restrained richness and a lingering citrus edge.
CheckMate Artisanal Winery 2022 Fool’s Mate Chardonnay
Canadian White
Subtle orchard fruit leads with pear, apricot and quince, followed by lemon, lime zest and a clear mineral edge. The palate opens creamy, then tightens around fresh acidity and crunchy fruit. Almond and freshly baked bread bring measured richness without obscuring the citrus line. Textural and composed through the middle, it finishes long and persistent with a precise balance of fruit, freshness and restrained oak.
Domaine Latour-Giraud 2022 Meursault Premier Cru Les Genevrières
French Wine
Golden orchard fruit and a light herbal note emerge over a restrained, mineral nose. The palate is broad yet precise, with ripe fruit woven tightly through fresh acidity and a fine, almost delicate texture. Subtle exotic tea and citrus add lift as the wine gains intensity. Bone-dry and beautifully structured, it finishes exceptionally long, energetic and focused, retaining both charm and the quiet authority of premier-cru Meursault.
Pascal Doquet Champs Libres Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Champagne
French Sparkling
Crunchy green apple and lemon pith open with a clear oyster-shell minerality. The palate is slender and energetic, its fine mousse carrying bright citrus and cool saline detail. Subtle vanilla biscuit adds roundness through the middle without softening the wine's focus. The finish is dry, clean and persistent, balancing Chardonnay fruit with chalky freshness and a gently savoury edge. A precise, composed style with vivid length.
Jacquesson Cuvée No. 742 Dégorgement Tardif Extra Brut Champagne
French Sparkling
Green apple, lemon zest and white flowers lead into brioche, toasted almond and beeswax. The palate is saline and airy, with fine bubbles carrying Meyer lemon, bergamot and citron across a slender, vinous frame. Butter, hazelnut and dried white fruit add mature depth, while a restrained herbal note keeps the profile precise. The finish is mouthwatering and composed, balancing pastry richness with bright citrus and mineral freshness.
Martin Woods 2021 Koosah Vineyard Chardonnay
American White
Yellow pear and honeyed apple open with white grapefruit, honeysuckle and a cool sea-breeze freshness. The palate is vivid and finely drawn, layering tangerine, lime zest and green apple over a stony mineral core. Cedary herbs and a light celery-seed savouriness bring detail through the middle. Juicy acidity keeps the texture bright and focused, leading to a long, clean finish with lingering citrus and orchard fruit.
Martin Woods 2021 Yamhill Valley Vineyard Chardonnay
American White
Grilled peach and yellow apple lead, joined by honeycomb, white flowers and a gentle note of ginger. The palate is deep and expressive, with ripe orchard fruit balanced by a clear mineral line and fresh, measured acidity. Hints of mushroom, pollen and candle smoke add savoury complexity without weighing down the fruit. The finish is long and composed, carrying white peach, sweet spice and a quiet saline edge.
Jacquesson Cuvée No. 746 Extra Brut Champagne
French Sparkling
Ripe red apple and lemon confit lead, joined by rose water, white flowers and chalk dust. Fine bubbles carry a crisp, energetic palate, while subtle oxidative character adds depth without dulling the fruit. Biscuit, toasted hazelnut and gentle spice emerge through the middle. The finish is dry, precise and persistent, balancing citrus freshness with savoury complexity and a distinctly mineral line.
Domaine Collet & Fils 2022 Chablis Premier Cru Vaillons 3 L
French White
Elegant and finely structured, the palate carries notable density through a measured, linear frame. Its texture is composed and quietly expansive, balancing freshness with a subtle, rounded breadth from its mixed-vessel élevage. The wine builds gradually across the middle without losing precision. A very long finish preserves the same poised, understated character, making the overall impression clear, refined and complete.
Henricsson Vineyard 2018 Kajsa Chardonnay 1.5 L
Canadian White
Full-bodied and lush, the palate has a broad, generous texture and substantial presence from the opening. Its expansive, rounded shape carries evenly through the middle, giving the wine depth without unnecessary ornament. The concentration feels composed rather than cumbersome, with a steady sense of richness throughout. The finish remains full and persistent, extending the same plush, measured character.
Scholium Project 2014 The Sylphs Guman Vineyard Chardonnay
American White
Full and rounded, the palate is disciplined rather than overtly fruity, with layered secondary and tertiary character carrying through its considerable length. The texture is broad yet controlled, shaped by subtle tannic grip and an unhurried sense of development. Complexity builds gradually across the middle. The finish remains balanced and quietly persistent, leaving savoury, mature detail rather than simple sweetness.
Domaine Billaud-Simon 2013 Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos Chardonnay
French Wine
Mineral and honeyed notes lead into citrus and white stone fruit, with a restrained floral lift. The palate is broad, round and powerful, yet its weight is held in fine balance by clear freshness and a precise mineral line. The texture remains composed through the middle. The finish fades slowly and persists on citrus, pale fruit and a discreet savoury note.
Domaine Garnier & Fils 2022 Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir Chardonnay
French Wine
Bright citrus and orchard fruit open with a pale floral lift and a clean mineral note. The palate is juicy and concentrated, balancing ripe fruit with firm freshness and a finely textured centre. Subtle savoury detail gives the wine depth without muting its clarity. The finish is long and poised, carrying lemon, pear and stony mineral character with the density and precision expected from Grand Cru Chablis.
Domaine Michelot 2017 Meursault Les Narvaux Chardonnay 1.5 L
French Wine
Ripe orchard fruit and citrus open with a quiet floral note and a restrained savoury edge. The palate is broad yet controlled, combining supple texture with clean acidity and a clear mineral line. Gentle oak and lees detail add depth without becoming heavy. The finish is persistent and composed, returning to pear, citrus and subtle toasted nuance with the balance and precision of a finely handled Meursault.
Jean-Philippe Fichet 2021 Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Chardonnay
French Wine
Pear and citrus open with acacia, lilac and rose petal, followed by a quiet note of fennel. The palate is generous yet energetic, with a finely textured centre and a clear, punchy line of freshness. Floral detail remains lifted as the fruit gains depth. The finish is precise and youthful, carrying citrus, pear and gentle savoury nuance with composed austerity and notable length.
Jean-Philippe Fichet 2020 Meursault Chardonnay
French Wine
Greengage leads a restrained profile with fresh citrus and a lightly savoury edge. The palate is precise and intense, its clean fruit carried by a focused, linear texture. Gentle lees detail and restrained oak bring depth without overt heaviness. The finish is composed and persistent, returning to green fruit, citrus and fine mineral notes with the clarity and tension that define a carefully handled Meursault.
Larmandier-Bernier Terre de Vertus Premier Cru Non-Dosé Blanc de Blancs
French Wine
Green apple and pear open with delicate citrus and chalky mineral detail. The palate is dry, precise and finely textured, combining depth with a clear saline line. Bright acidity keeps the fruit focused, while subtle lees complexity adds breadth without heaviness. The finish is long and composed, carrying orchard fruit, citrus, chalk and salinity with notable purity and quiet intensity.
Domaine Pattes Loup 2018 Chablis Premier Cru Vaillons Chardonnay
French White
Crisp green orchard fruit opens with white flowers, orange oil and a subtle almond-paste richness. The palate is satiny yet incisive, balancing ample fruit with a firm line of freshness. Chalky extract brings definition through the middle, keeping the texture precise rather than broad. The finish is long and distinctly saline, with citrus, orchard fruit and mineral detail lingering in balance.
Benjamin Laroche La Manufacture 2018 Chablis Grand Cru Blanchot
French White
Ripe citrus, white peach and white flowers open over crushed chalk and a restrained oyster-shell note. The palate is generous and rounded, reflecting a warm vintage, yet vibrant acidity keeps the fruit precise. A stony, saline line brings definition through the centre, while the texture remains polished and ample. The finish is long, dry and mineral, with citrus and chalk lingering cleanly.
Domaine Étienne Sauzet 2022 Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Beaune Jardin du Calvaire
French Wine
A light matchstick reduction opens toward toasted sesame, cool citrus, apple blossom and restrained stone fruit. The palate is dry and neatly structured, with lively acidity bringing clarity to a gently rounded texture. Mineral notes remain at the centre rather than oak, giving the wine a clean, composed line. With air, the fruit becomes more expressive and the finish settles into chalk, citrus peel and subtle savoury detail.
Domaine Bouard-Bonnefoy 2017 Chassagne-Montrachet
French Wine
Green apple, pear and white peach meet lemon zest, white flowers and a light touch of toasted hazelnut. The palate is rounded and gently creamy, yet bright acidity keeps the ripe orchard fruit precise. Crushed chalk and wet-stone notes add a cool mineral line through the centre, while restrained oak brings quiet spice. The finish is clean, savoury and persistent, returning to citrus and stone.
Delamotte 2018 Blanc de Blancs Champagne
French Wine
Fine, persistent bubbles rise through a pale white-gold colour. Williams pear and citrus lead the nose, opening with air toward hawthorn, fresh hazelnut and gentle sweet spice. The palate begins clean and chalky, with a touch of lemon before expanding into vineyard peach and summer fruit. Roasted hazelnut adds crisp depth, while a smooth, generous texture carries the exceptionally long, poised finish.
Remoissenet 2017 Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Champs-Gain
French Wine
Ripe orchard fruit leads with peach, apple and a touch of pineapple, framed by white flowers and quiet mineral detail. The palate is medium-bodied, creamy and broad, with integrated oak, toast and almond adding depth. Freshness keeps the generous fruit in balance, and a chalky, lightly spiced note carries the long finish. Serve with roast chicken, lobster or seared scallops.
Remoissenet 2018 Meursault Cuvée Maurice Chevalier
French Wine
Balanced and harmonious, with a delicate profile and a smooth, polished texture. The palate is measured rather than showy, moving with quiet poise and a consistent sense of proportion. Nothing feels exaggerated; the wine remains refined and composed through a long, even finish. Allow a little air before serving, then pair with roast chicken, grilled lobster, scallops or creamy mushroom dishes.
Lingua Franca 2018 Estate Chardonnay
American White
Creamy lemon custard, grapefruit zest and jasmine lead, followed by ripe citrus, crisp apple and a gentle note of peach. The palate is rich and silky without losing freshness, with vibrant acidity and a fine mineral edge bringing precision. Subtle vanilla and light toast add depth, while a faint saline note keeps the finish bright and savoury. Serve with roast chicken, seared scallops or grilled halibut.
Lanson Black Label Brut NV
French Wine
Bright straw in the glass, with a lively mousse and fine, persistent bubbles. Apple, pear and citrus lead the aroma, joined by toast, honey, white flowers and a gentle almond note. The palate is creamy yet brisk, balancing broad texture with clean acidity and a dry, lingering finish. Serve well chilled as an aperitif or alongside oysters, smoked salmon, roast poultry or soft-ripened cheese.