About this wine
- Year
- 2018
- Type
- White
- Region
- Burgundy
- Country
- France
- Grape variety
- Chardonnay
What to look for
- Golden colour with green hints
- Aromas of green apple, hazelnut and fresh butter
- Crisp and clean on the palate with a long finish
About the producer
Louis Jadot is one of Burgundy's largest and most respected négociants, buying grapes and wine from across the region since 1859 and blending them with skill and consistency.
About the year
2018 was a warm vintage in Burgundy that produced ripe, generous wines with good balance between fruit and acidity.
Grape characteristics
Chardonnay from Burgundy shows restraint and elegance: it tastes of green fruit and stone rather than tropical richness, and gains complexity from time in oak without tasting oaky.
About the region
Burgundy's cool climate and limestone-rich soil give white Chardonnay its signature crispness and mineral edge. The region's long winemaking tradition means even entry-level bottles show discipline and balance.
Tasting profile
Expect fresh apple and citrus with subtle notes of hazelnut and butter. The wine feels clean and bright in the mouth, with enough acidity to refresh the palate between bites.
Serving suggestions
Serve chilled to around 50 degrees Fahrenheit in a medium white wine glass. No decanting needed. Drink it young and fresh, or keep for a few years if you prefer deeper flavours.
Also pairs well with
- • Roasted chicken with herbs
- • Butter-poached lobster
- • Creamy mushroom risotto
- • Grilled white fish
- • Soft cheese like brie
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