2021 Chateau Astruc Teramas Chardonnay Limoux

Château Astruc, nestled in the foothills of the Pyrenees, comprises 50 hectares, 25 of which are planted in the Limoux appellation. This unique terroir, quite different from the rest of the Languedoc, combines various climatic influences, with the Mediterranean and the Oceania being the most prominent. On the hillsides of the Aude Valley, Chardonnay reigns supreme, but red grape varieties are also important: Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Malbec.

Paul Mas's Chardonnay range starts with the un-oaked Chardonnay, followed by the Chardonnay Reserve and Les Faisses , and finally the top-of-the-line Teramas , which of the three oak-aged Chardonnays receives the longest oak aging. It also comes from a special vineyard with unique soil rich in limestone and gravel, hence the blending of Terroir and Mas - Teramas.

The Teramas Astruc Chardonnay AOC Limoux is a 100% Chardonnay from the Appellation d'Origine Protégée - Limoux. The vineyards are situated at a relatively high altitude and remain in excellent health thanks to their proximity to the sea, so chemical intervention is not necessary, and the sea breezes keep the vineyard in top condition. The grapes are harvested by hand. They are lightly pressed (Bucher press) with slow, low-temperature fermentation in oak barrels, with partial malolactic fermentation (60%). The wine is then aged for nine months in oak barrels (one-third new and two-thirds two years old). Half of the oak is French, the other half American.

The Domaine Astruc Teramas Chardonnay Limoux has a light color with a shimmering golden hue. The nose is intense and complex, with buttery flavors and tropical fruit along with white flowers. The wine is full-bodied with pleasant elegance and remarkable balance. In the first five years, you will enjoy the fruit aromas, which will then evolve into more ripe and complex aromas. The Teramas is a blend of Paul Mas 's terroir - TERAMAS.

The ideal drinking temperature is between 10 and 12°C. The Teramas Astruc Limoux Chardonnay pairs perfectly with a risotto with shellfish or veal sweetbreads. After a little aging, it will be a perfect match with creamy mushroom soup, roasted chicken with truffle purée, or sole meunière.

FACT: The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Pick up" at checkout. We're located in Dordrecht, just off the A16 motorway, with ample parking. Click here for our address.