Domaine Rijckaert - Chardonnay En Paradis 2018
Jura
White
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Drink or Keep
15/20
RVF
-
15,5/20
Bettane & Desseauve
"A beautiful expression of the grape variety!
"This rich wine offers generous white fruit and peach notes. Barrel fermentation has opened up the wine and given it a round texture that adds dynamism on the spicy finish" (Wine Enthusiast 2020)
Features
Estate
Domaine Rijckaert
Cuvée
Chardonnay En Paradis
Vintage
2018
Designation
Arbois
Region
Jura
Grape varieties
100% Chardonnay
Terroirs
Soils of heavy clay, iridescent blue Lias marl, sandstone and limestone
Viticulture
Reasoned
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Spontaneous fermentation in oak barrels
Breeding
16 months in oak barrels on lees
Alcohol content
13,5%
Tasting & pairing
Nose
Expressive and balanced
Mouth
Structured and complex
Serve
AT 10-12°C
Drink before
2025
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with creamy fish, white meats, fish...
Domain Rijckaert
Arbois
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 15.5/20 (vintage 2017) (Very good wine)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated 15/20 (Vintage 2017) (Good wine)
Wine Enthusiast
Domain rated (2020 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
Customer reviews
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