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Alain de la Treille Chardonnay
Maison Alain de la Treille
France - Loire Valley

This chardonnay has a characteristic pale yellow color with a shade of gold,This chardonnay has a characteristic pale yellow color with a shade of gold,and a subtle nose reminiscent of fresh butter nuts and roasted almonds. On the palate, it is full bodied and fruity with a pleasant roundness. Vineyards are located outside of the AOC boundaries, hence the Vin de France classification.

Specifications
Wine Type
White
Varietal(s)
100% Chardonnay
Age of vines
25 years
Vinification
Part of the cuvee is produced with 12 hours skin maceration; the other part from directly pressed grapes. Wine is slightly filtered before bottling. Slightly oaked with chips for a few months.
Pairings

Excellent as an aperitif or with freshwater fish, shellfish and goat cheeses.

Reviews and News

2023 Alain de la Treille Chardonnay - 90 PTS - IWR

2023 Alain de la Treille Chardonnay - 90 PTS - IWR

i winereview logo"Stainless steel fermented and aged with wood chips lending subtle oak notes that compliment orchard fruit. Good varietal character and nice mineral-like finish. Another great value! - Don WINKLER"

- International Wine Review (Kysela Père et Fils Importer: 30 Years Importing High Quality, High Value Wines ; July 26th 2024), 90 pts

2023 Alain de la Treille Chardonnay - 87 PTS - JD

2023 Alain de la Treille Chardonnay - 87 PTS - JD

jeb dunnuck logo 250"From the Loire and all Chardonnay, the 2023 Chardonnay is light gold-hued and reveals a classy nose of melon, honeyed white flowers, and spice. This carries to a medium-bodied, juicy, refreshing Chardonnay that's well-made."

- Jeb Dunnuck (Importer Highlight: Fran Kysela ; July 2024), 87 pts

2020 Alain de la Treille Chardonnay - 87 PTS - WE

2020 Alain de la Treille Chardonnay - 87 PTS - WE

wine enthusiast 87 pts

"A subdued nose on this wine conveys blossom, melon and citrus. Acidity and zesty lemon open the palate. The lemon ripens and the acidity softens, adding green pear towards a gentle finish. - FIONA ADAMS"

- Wine Enthusiast (November 2021), 87 pts

2019 Alain de la Treille Chardonnay - 88 PTS - WE

2019 Alain de la Treille Chardonnay - 88 PTS - WE

wine enthusiast 88 pts"A pleasant aroma of white peach and orange peel carries to the palate, joined by a crushed mineral tone. The lightly creamy texture turns zesty and bright as it progresses. Grass and lime notes emerge on the finish. - FIONA ADAMS"
- Wine Enthusiast Magazine (November 2020), 88 pts

2015 Alain de la Treille Chardonnay - * 1/2 - WP

2015 Alain de la Treille Chardonnay - * 1/2 - WP

wplogo"This is solid, delicious chardonnay, suitable for casual everyday drinking or for parties. Don’t look for oak flavors, just good clean fruit. - Dave McIntyre"
- Washington Post (June 2016), *1/2 - VERY GOOD

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Producer Information: Maison Alain de la Treille

Alain de la Treille was born in 1925 in Saint Georges sur Cher, located in the heart of the Touraine vineyards. A farmer and wine enthusiast, he spent his life ...
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