Republic of Crimea, Russia, 11.5 - 13.5% vol., 2 895

Grape variety: Chardonnay 65%; Viognier 35%

This wine is medium straw-yellow in colour. It has a fruity, floral and layered nose of fairly pronounced intensity, with aromas of apple, honeydew melon, apricot, acacia flower, elderflower, white flowers, honey and apricot. It is fresh and very nicely balanced on the medium-bodied palate, with less intensity on the palate than on the nose, and a medium finish. Ready for drinking with potential for ageing (1-3 years).

Country of purchase: Russia

Tasted on 21/09/2020