The 2021 Clos des Rocs Pouilly-Loché En Chantone is a refined Burgundy Chardonnay showing lemon, white peach and ripe pear alongside green apple, white flowers, citrus zest and subtle hazelnut notes. The cooler 2021 vintage gives the wine a bright, focused character, with lively acidity balancing its generous orchard fruit and gentle savoury complexity.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied and finely textured, with vibrant acidity supporting layers of citrus, orchard fruit and delicate stone fruit. Lemon and pear are complemented by white peach, floral and subtle nutty notes, while a fine stony and saline character adds definition through the mid-palate. The texture is rounded yet precise, leading to a dry, clean and persistent finish with refreshing mineral length.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent choice for Chardonnay drinkers who enjoy elegant southern Burgundy with freshness, texture and mineral detail. The 2021 vintage is drinking well now but has enough structure to develop further savoury and nutty complexity. Best enjoyed now or over the next 4–6 years. Serve lightly chilled with seared scallops, grilled trout with lemon butter, roast chicken with tarragon, butter-poached prawns, or mushroom and leek risotto.
