Cape Mentelle Brooks Chardonnay 2023 domaine-hubert-laurent-lignier The 2023 Gantenbein Chardonnay from

The 2023 Gantenbein Chardonnay from Fläsch in Switzerland’s Graubünden region shows the balance and purity that have made this small family estate one of Europe’s most respected names in modern winemaking

from mature vines on the north/north-east facing slope

but the initial nose captivates with its finesse

foot crushed and wild-fermented in large open fermenters

minerality nuances a wet slate and flinty backbone

Cape Mentelle Brooks Chardonnay 2023 domaine-hubert-laurent-lignier The 2023 Gantenbein Chardonnay fromThis wine bursts forth with ripe pineapple golden delicious apple and lime zest characters with enticing hints of lemon curd tart sweet cream vanilla pod and a touch of cedar smoke. Lingering floral notes of jasmine and citrus blossom intermingle with toasted almond cashew and hints of yellow peach to charm. The bright minerally yet rich palate is fine and focused with delicious vanilla custard creaminess and poached apple overlaying green melon and