Chardonnay

• Colour: light yellow and brilliant
• On the nose: pure, quite aromatic, aromas of riper stone fruit and citrus with a fine wood and floral hint
• On the palate: elegant, fine Chardonnay, with spiciness and dried fruit, fine acidity with a nod towards the cool climate, longer finish
   

Fermentation/ageing: soft pressing with a pneumatic press, fermentation at 15-16°C. 12-month wood aging in French oak barrels aged 3 to 6 years.

Soil: sand-loam mixed with Diestian sand, ironstone, flint stones and gravel. Underneath this, well-drained layers of Ledian and Paniselian sand.

Climate: cool temperate climate influenced by the North Sea.

Sustainable viticulture: defoliation, green harvest, 10 km of indigenous hedges and sowing flower seeds to attract natural predators, sowing grass to prevent erosion, using compost.
 

Minimising the ecological footprint (Certificate Carbon Footprint by Ecolife in Leuven)

• Solar panels
• Use of rainwater
• Wine boxes of recycled cardboard
• Use of light wine bottles
• Well-insulated buildings
• Shreading and reuse of pruned branches 
• Combination of several actions in the vineyard to minimise diesel consumption
   

Its fine acidity, fresh notes and wood-aged flavour influences make this wine extremely versatile gastronomically. Think of dishes with roasted, smoked or grilled poultry and white meat, white North Sea fish, earthy ingredients (ground chicory, beets, celeriac, mushrooms) or refined seafood (lobster, scallops, crab). Also, always look for a slight bitter and acidic influence in the preparations such that the wine can match the entire dish.

Serving temperature: 10°C, serve in a large glass or decanter.

• Silver Medal - Best Belgian Wine 2024
• Silver Medal - Cool Climate Wine Awards 2023