Maison Ventenac 'Tete en L'Air' Chardonnay 2025High alt, un oaked Chardonnay from the Languedoc, North West of Carcassone, The grapes grow on a limestone ridge producing complex and elegant wines. Soft on the palate with pear fruit and a honeyed character from time on lees. Minerality follows in a fresh and long finish. Winemakers Stephanie & Olivier Ram, a husband and wife team, are the third generation at Maison Ventenac. Their vineyards are in Cabards, the only Languedoc appellation that allows

This 1er Cru Reserve is a blend of 25% Chardonnay with 75% Pinot Noir

A firm matrix of fine tannin guides the wine across the palate

along with partial Malolactic fermentation

subtle toasted oak

especially hard or blue varieties

The nose opens with nutty

with firm but polished tannins

Powerful and very dry on the palate

This wine stands as an embodiment of exceptional character

Made with the indigenous Criolla Grande grape (a cross between Criolla Chica and Muscat de Alexandria varietals)

While drawing comparisons to New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc

toasted nuts and honey