Girard Chardonnay Les Salvios 75cl

Girard Chardonnay Les Salvios 75clDomaine Girard Chardonnay Las Salvios is a standout highaltitude Chardonnay from the upper Aude Valley in Limoux, crafted at 450 metres above sea level where cooler temperatures and long ripening seasons deliver remarkable freshness and aromatic precision. Sourced from 100% Chardonnay grown on this elevated plateau, the wine is aged for ten months in oak barrels, adding depth, texture, and subtle spice while preserving the purity of the fruit. The

Domaine Girard Chardonnay Las Salvios is a standout high‑altitude Chardonnay from the upper Aude Valley in Limoux, crafted at 450 metres above sea level where cooler temperatures and long ripening seasons deliver remarkable freshness and aromatic precision. Sourced from 100% Chardonnay grown on this elevated plateau, the wine is aged for ten months in oak barrels, adding depth, texture, and subtle spice while preserving the purity of the fruit.

The nose is beautifully expressive, offering a complex bouquet of honeysuckle, white peach, honey, and vanilla, with gentle floral lift and a touch of sweet spice. On the palate, it is smooth, round, and almost mellow, yet balanced by a lively freshness that keeps everything bright and focused. Notes of saline minerality and a faint menthol edge add further complexity, giving the wine a long, elegant finish. This cuvée has previously been praised by the Hachette Wine Guide for its aromatic richness and balance, a testament to the quality of the site and the precision of the winemaking.

This Chardonnay’s combination of ripe stone fruit, gentle oak, and refreshing minerality makes it a versatile partner for roast chicken, creamy pasta dishes, grilled white fish, scallops, soft cheeses, and lightly spiced dishes.