The Three villages Chardonnay 2022<\/strong> epitomises the quiet revolution taking place in Baden, where winemakers like Franz Keller are redefining the boundaries of German white wines. This wine is an expression of the Kaiserstuhl - that volcanic elevation that rises from the Rhine Valley and whose loess and volcanic soils give the wines an unmistakable mineral signature.<\/p>\n As the name suggests, this Chardonnay combines grapes from three villages in the Baden wine landscape. The mild climate of Baden - often referred to as Germany's Tuscany - offers ideal conditions for the Chardonnay grape, which achieves a perfect balance between ripeness and acidity structure. Franz Keller, an advocate of terroir-orientated viticulture, works with a careful hand to capture the characteristics of these different sites.<\/p>\n On the nose, the wine presents itself with a precise composition of green apple, pear and subtle citrus notes<\/strong>. Behind this, subtle hints of white flowers and a restrained but striking mineral note reminiscent of damp limestone unfold - a fingerprint of the Baden terroir.<\/p>\n On the palate, the Characteristic tension of a coolly interpreted Chardonnay<\/strong>. With a moderate 12.5% alcohol and minimal residual sweetness, the wine retains a remarkable freshness and precision. The fruit flavours of apple and citrus are supported by a lively acidity structure, while subtle notes of hazelnut and a fine salty minerality increase the complexity. The medium body and elegant texture speak in favour of restrained ageing that focuses on the fruit and terroir.<\/p>\n Franz Keller is one of those German winemakers who have dedicated themselves to precision. This Chardonnay reflects a philosophy that neither follows the international style with its lavish use of wood nor an exaggerated slenderness. Instead, he finds his own way that emphasises the authenticity of the region.<\/p>\n This wine unfolds its full potential with Light-coloured poultry with herbs, freshwater fish from the Rhine or classic Baden dishes<\/strong> like tarte flamb\u00e9e with cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche. Its versatility also allows it to be paired with light Asian dishes, whose spiciness elegantly emphasises the fruity components of the wine.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Terroir and origin<\/h3>\n
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