Chateau de Corcelles Beaujolais Blanc
75cl
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13.5% Vol
Organic white Beaujolais crafted from Chardonnay grapes. It is aged in French oak barrels on the fine lees. It strikes the perfect balance between creamy and crisp, showcasing the character of Beaujolais with some Burgundian influence.
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Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green
Nose
The nose is pronounced, with bright aromas of white flowers, citrus fruits, apples, and pears.
Palate
The palate is beautifully textured with a bright, natural acidity and delicious fruit character. Well-rounded, the finish is very pleasant, with good length and persisting fruit flavours.
Fact Sheet
Age range
Drinking very well now
Fluid
75cl
Grape Variety
100% Chardonnay
Maturation
Maturation takes place in stainless steel tanks.
Alcohol %
13.5%
Estate/Producer
Château de Corcelles
Country
France
Region/AOC
Beaujolais, Burgundy
Vintage
2018
Food Matching
Food Matching
Perfect for white fish and chicken, vegetable terrines, and as an aperitif.
FAQs
Dark chocolate pairs best with wines that have the structural intensity to match its bitter cocoa and tannin character without being overwhelmed. Fortified wines are the strongest match: aged Tawny Port with its dried fig, rancio, and roasted nut character is the classic pairing. Banyuls from the Roussillon, a naturally sweet Grenache based wine, is the benchmark French equivalent. A full bodied, fruit forward red such as Zinfandel or Amarone can also work, where the ripe dark fruit and spice complement the chocolate.
Many wines use animal derived fining agents during production to clarify and stabilise the liquid before bottling. Common fining agents include isinglass (derived from fish swim bladders), gelatine (bovine or porcine), casein (milk protein), and egg whites (albumin). These are added to bind suspended particles and removed before bottling, but trace quantities may remain. Vegan wines use alternatives including bentonite clay, activated carbon, or pea protein. Checking the Barnivore database or looking for a vegan certification on the label is the most reliable approach.
Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews