I tasted the 2022 Chardonnay Ma Belle Fille from tank just before it was due to be bottled. It’s dynamic and detailed on the nose, with top notes of crème brûlée, pie crust, cardamom and flint accenting a deep core of spicy white peach and candied lemon. The medium-bodied palate is effortlessly balanced, its concentrated, creamy stone fruit enlivened by a focused spine of acidity. Its lightly satiny texture coats the palate and extends the finish, which is defined by a flourish of spicy accents. 1,041 cases will be made, and the Ma Belle Fille will be released in July of 2024.
2022
Peter Michael, Ma Belle-Fille Chardonnay 2022 3 x 75cl 97-99/100 WA
Top Score: 97-99/100 points
“This is a well-defined, structured Chardonnay with layers of texture that build through the late mid-palate and into a beautiful, balanced and lengthy finish. The 2022 ‘Ma Belle-Fille’ shows superb intensity, tension and balance.“
Price IN BOND…
£500.00 3 x 75cl Bottles
1 in stock
| Colour | WHITE |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Country | USA |
| Region | California |
97-99 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
97 points Jeb Dunnuck
The attractive, shimmering yellow-gold 2022 ‘Ma Belle-Fille’ showcases a captivating fragrance of peach blossoms, white roses, yellow spring flowers and orange zest, framed by hints of marzipan, vanilla custard and fresh cream. This is a well-defined, structured Chardonnay with layers of texture that build through the late mid-palate and into a beautiful, balanced and lengthy finish. The 2022 ‘Ma Belle-Fille’ shows superb intensity, tension and balance.
95 points Wine Spectator
A lovely, juicy and aromatic blend of candied lemon peel, orange blossoms, mango and grilled peach, with notes of almond oil, freshly grated ginger and Honeycrisp apple. Shows an ample grace note of green tea, spices and fresh herbs on a sleek frame. Drink now through 2034.
