M. Chapoutier Costière de Nîmes, ‘La Ciboise’ 2017 helens-hill "The Isole e Olena 2022

"The Isole e Olena 2022 Chardonnay Collezione Privata is full of spirit and character thanks to a vein of spice and cinnamon that folds into nectarine and poached pear

Since the release of the inaugural 1988 vintage

humble and hugely proud of his vineyards on the Roter Hang in Germany’s Rheinhessen

and the slightly spicy finish

The grapes are harvested at night when the temperature is cool in order to prevent oxidation and preserve the freshness

M. Chapoutier Costière de Nîmes, ‘La Ciboise’ 2017 helens-hill "The Isole e Olena 2022Appearance: bright, deep, dark garnet. Nose: cintense with notes of ripe fruit (blackcurrants raspberries). Palate: delicious and full. The ripe fruit and soft spices come through again on the palate. Pronounced yet soft, delicate tannins.