Vignerons of the Ardèche “Amandier” Chardonnay 2025. New vintage.

Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
Alcohol Content: 14.5% ABV
Vinification: A combination of stainless steel and French oak barrel fermentation, preserving freshness while building richness and complexity.
Maturation: Partially matured in French oak with regular lees stirring to enhance texture, depth and subtle creamy oak integration.

The Vignerons Ardéchois “Amandier” Chardonnay 2025 is a wonderfully generous expression of a warm, sun-drenched vintage, showcasing the luxurious ripeness that defines the exceptional 2025 growing season in the Ardèche. Brilliant golden straw in colour, it bursts from the glass with exuberant aromas of dripping-ripe peach, yellow nectarine, baked apple and juicy apricot, layered with notes of vanilla bean, butterscotch, toasted brioche and a delicate hint of roasted hazelnut. The palate is beautifully rounded, with succulent stone fruit at its core wrapped in a creamy texture that is lifted by fresh citrus acidity and a gentle mineral thread. Partial barrel fermentation and careful lees ageing contribute impressive depth and a silky mouthfeel, while seamlessly integrated oak adds warmth and spice without overwhelming the wine’s vibrant fruit.

This is a Chardonnay of generosity and charm, equally suited to roast chicken with tarragon, creamy seafood dishes, pork loin, grilled lobster or mature Comté. Delicious in its youth, it also has the balance and concentration to evolve gracefully over the next 4–6 years, developing greater complexity while retaining its irresistible fruit richness. Bold, harmonious and unmistakably the fruit of the wild heart of the Ardèche, the 2025 “Amandier” is a luxurious Chardonnay that delivers exceptional value and broad appeal.

Serve chilled, ideally between 10–12°C.