{"product_id":"camel-valley-chardonnay-75cl","title":"Camel Valley Chardonnay 2024 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eCamel Valley Still Chardonnay is a refined, beautifully crisp white wine produced in the sun-drenched, sheltered slopes of Cornwall’s Camel Valley. Crafted by the renowned Lindo family at their award-winning, Royal Warrant-holding estate, this bottling illustrates the extraordinary potential of English cool-climate winemaking. By harmonising vibrant, temperate fruit notes with sensitive maturation in French oak barrels, Camel Valley delivers a sophisticated Chardonnay that marries Atlantic freshness with classic Burgundian finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wonderfully balanced and elegant white wine that offers a crisp, refreshing alternative to heavier, over-oaked Chardonnays. Grown on ancient slate soils along the sun-baked, south-facing banks of the River Camel, the grapes benefit from a long, slow ripening season that preserves vibrant citrus and stone fruit purity. A delicate period of traditional barrel fermentation introduces subtle toast and a smooth, rounded mouthfeel, resulting in a white wine of impressive clarity, poise, and drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Production\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chardonnay grapes are cultivated on steep, south-facing hillside terraces located midway between the Atlantic and southern coasts of Cornwall. Here, the well-draining slate soils and mild maritime climate create ideal conditions for preserving bright acidity and complex varietal aromatics. Following a meticulous harvest, the fruit undergoes gentle pressing to capture pristine juice. The wine is then fermented and aged in fine French oak barrels, allowing it to build subtle textural depth, gentle creamy nuances, and integrated structure without overpowering its natural fruit core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlinting a pale, luminous gold in the glass, this wine opens with an inviting and aromatic nose of green apple, unripe pear, fresh lemon zest, and subtle white blossom, underpinned by delicate notes of toasted brioche and vanilla. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, sleek, and deliciously textured, presenting a harmonious core of orchard fruit and citrus balanced by a fine, mouth-watering acidity. Subtle oak spice and a soft creamy character carry through to a long, clean, and elegantly mineral-driven finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its vibrant acidity and gentle oak texture, this English Chardonnay is an outstanding partner for fine dining and fresh seafood. It pairs magnificently with pan-seared scallops, Dover sole in brown butter, grilled lobster tail, and Cornish crab cakes. It is also a delightful companion to light poultry dishes, creamy chicken fricassee, mushroom risottos, and delicate soft cheeses like Brie or local Cornish Yarg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrape Varieties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Drink Finder","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54109479797079,"sku":"123013","price":34.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/6824\/7127\/files\/Camel_Valley_Chardonnay_2024_75cl.jpg?v=1784879969","url":"https:\/\/www.drinkfinder.co.uk\/products\/camel-valley-chardonnay-75cl","provider":"Drink Finder","version":"1.0","type":"link"}