# Tina Chardonnay Reserve (2023)

- **Producer:** Les Domaines Auriol
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Languedoc, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €29
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** pear, lime, honeydew melon, peach, creaminess

## About this wine

The Tina Chardonnay Reserve 2023 is a 100% Chardonnay from the IGP Pays d'Oc appellation in the Languedoc region of France. This wine is part of a series developed with Master Chef Tina Nordström, aiming to create a synergy between food and wine that elevates the dining experience, particularly with rustic and straightforward cuisine. Les Domaines Auriol, founded in 1995 by Claude Vialade, is a producer with four estates in Languedoc, committed to sourcing and exporting regional wines, many of which are organically certified. The vineyards are situated in Southern France, with soils varying from lean and mineral-rich slopes to clay plains, contributing to the wine's character. The 2023 vintage involved harvesting grapes at night.

## Interesting facts

- Part of a culinary collaboration with Master Chef Tina Nordström.
- Grapes harvested under the cover of night.
- Les Domaines Auriol focuses on organic certifications for many of its wines.
- Available in a convenient 3L box format.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and fresh character complement lighter proteins like fish and shellfish. The subtle oak influence and creamy texture from lees contact can stand up to richer sauces and dishes, while the fruit notes can bridge with citrus or herb elements in the food.

## Wine making process

The Tina Chardonnay Reserve 2023 is produced from 100% Chardonnay grapes. Part of the fermentation process takes place at low temperatures in stainless steel tanks, with some exposure to French oak. A key technique involves keeping the wine in contact with its lees for an extended period to develop freshness and a creamy texture. The grapes were harvested at night. Les Domaines Auriol, the producer, has a focus on organic certifications for many of its wines.