Domaine De La Tourlaudiere ‘Raz Coast’ Chardonnay

The palate is textural, savoury, and quietly oxidative, opening with pear skin, yellow apple, and citrus pith carried by a soft but persistent Loire acidity. A mid‑palate of almond, bruised apple, and warm spice reflects the wine’s vin de voile élevage, giving it a subtle Jura‑like nuttiness without losing freshness. The barrique ageing adds a gentle creaminess and faint toast, while the underlying fruit remains clean and lifted. The texture is silky yet structured, with a light phenolic grip that lengthens the wine. The finish is dry, savoury, and slightly saline, tapering with apple‑skin bitterness, warm stone, and a quiet oxidative echo.