François Carillon, Chardonnay Vin de France, Burgundy, France 2021 women-winemaker Sat around Lago di Bolsena

Sat around Lago di Bolsena near Gianmarco’s childhood town of Gradoli in Lazio’s north

the Chave family (currently helmed by Gérard and son Jean-Louis) represents 16 generations of unbroken lineage committed to the production of some of the finest Syrah

Dominique retired at the end of 2021

in the cellar the grapes are destemmed and pressed

spicy and exhibit ripe red fruit notes

François Carillon, Chardonnay Vin de France, Burgundy, France 2021 women-winemaker Sat around Lago di BolsenaA pure Chardonnay nose with a bit of vanilla bean. On the palate, very creamy like ice cream, quite pungent and round at the same time. Shows nice mineral and floral elements, some sweet and sour and some grapefruit flavors. A very lively finish excellent for a Bourgogne Blanc.