This Chardonnay opens with bright and enticing aromas. The nose reveals notes of orange blossom, lemon verbena, papaya, donut peach, French thyme, and dehydrated banana. On the palate, this wine offers a rich mouthfeel that is balanced by a refreshing acidity in the background. The combination of the mouthfeel and the acidity creates a harmonious drinking experience with a lingering finish showcasing the fruit and herbal qualities that were initially detected on the nose. Overall, this wine is showing well, offering a delightful combination of fruit, herbal, and mineral elements.The Montagny region of Burgundy is dedicated to the production of Premier Cru Chardonnay, and its limestone-rich soils yield impeccable wines of sophistication. The Knights Templar Cuvée merges finesse and minerality to offer a tensioned acidity balanced with a creamy mouthfeel. This exemplary wine delivers richness and elegance, with a punctuated mineral essence that lingers exquisitely into the finish. Aged for 12 months, 11% in new French oak. 12.5% abv.

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Decanter World Wine Awards (91): 2020 Vintage