Gros Frère Chardonnay 2022 (750ml)

Pale straw with silver highlights, the 2022 Chardonnay (VSIG) from Gros Frère et Sœur opens with a fresh, lifted nose of white flowers, lemon peel, green apple, and a hint of honeysuckle, underscored by faint notes of almond and wet stone. Although bottled under the Vin de France (VSIG) designation, this cuvée reflects the domaine’s Burgundian sensibility, with fruit likely sourced from vineyards near the Hautes-Côtes. Fermented and aged in stainless steel with a short élevage, the wine is focused on purity and vibrancy. The palate is clean and lively, offering crisp citrus, orchard fruit, and subtle herbal tones over a lithe, mineral-accented frame. Acidity is brisk and well-integrated, leading to a refreshing, quietly persistent finish marked by citrus zest and a gentle chalky edge.