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Lyme Bay Chardonnay 2018 strikes the perfect balance between a fruity and an toasty style of Chardonnay. Fruit flavours of apple, subtle peach and lemon combine with spice, honey and pastry notes. English Chardonnay that is a little too easy to drink!
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| Wine Style | White Wine, Aromatic White |
|---|---|
| Grape Variety | Chardonnay |
| Wine Region | Devon |
| Country | England |
| ABV | 13.5% |
| Oaked | Yes |
| Cork | No, Screwcap |
| Lifestyle | Not suitable for vegans or vegetarians, Sustainable |
| Volume | 75cl |
| Drink By | 2027 |
Lyme Bay Chardonnay 2018 was the one that first changed my thoughts on English still wine. Having long loved English sparkling wines, I confess I had avoided the still wines but improvements in recent years in English viticulture and wine production means that they are worth trying now. This Lyme Bay Chardonnay 2018 is delicious. There are so many different styles of Chardonnay, some more fruity and some more oak-influenced. This one strikes the perfect balance retaining its fruit flavours of apple, subtle peach and lemon but displaying a light touch of spice, honey and pastry. It’s a real crowd-pleaser – in a good way!
2018 benefited from a warm vintage – for England – giving the Chardonnay grapes ripeness and concentration of aromas and flavours. Lyme Bay Chardonnay 2018 smells of orchard fruits, apples and pears with citrus zest. Those aromas are transferred to the palate along with the hints of honey, butter and vanilla. The wine is rounded and still retains its refreshing acidity which prevents it from being too rich. It is a great example of a fruity Chardonnay with subtle Burgundian-style bready notes, the perfect combination.
For another fabulous still wine from the same producers but from entirely different grapes, check out Lyme Bay Shoreline 2021.
Like many Chardonnays this wine will work well with richer dishes such as foie gras, chicken, ham, pork or veal in creamy sauces, parmesan cheese, mushrooms and truffles. But it is light enough not to overpower lighter dishes such as fish, seafood and chicken.
Serve at: 10 – 12°C
“Our Chardonnay is a well-rounded dry wine, with subtle buttery flavours and aromas of peach turnover and honey. Lightly oaked, this wine lends itself perfectly to many food types.
Pale/medium gold. Subtle buttery flavours and aromas of toasted oak, lemon, lime and tropical fruits. Exceptional length, creamy texture and elegance with lingering acidity. There are apricot and citrus flavours, with a touch of honey, nuts and toffee.”
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