WINE REVIEW
Not resting on their laurels after producing a top-tier Pinot Noir, also new to Flint’s range is their Chardonnay. Like the red, this was fermented and aged in new oak (for 17 months) and comes from the exceptional 2022 vintage. Fruit was sourced from Martin’s Lane Vineyard in Crouch Valley, Essex.
The lovely golden hue in the glass represents the stamp of the time in oak, as does the nose, which is a evocative fusion of peach melba, grilled pineapple and lime ,with butterscotch, vanilla and woody spice.
The palate has a brilliant energy to it, exploding onto the tastebuds with intense lemon and green apple crispness. That’s supported by the promised butterscotch and tropical fruit richness.
This is an intense Chardonnay – and certainly not for those that shy away from oaked wines. Yet due to its power and prowess, I think this could be an excellent choice for pairing with turkey on the big day!
