St. Innocent Freedom Hill Vineyard Dijon Clone Chardonnay 2020 The Pip Matures in 20- to 30-hectolitre

Matures in 20- to 30-hectolitre Slavonian oak casks with a small percentage in French tonneaux

ripe plum and black current with touches of baking spice

Full bodied but fresh with acidity to carry the scents in a long finish

10% Viognier and 5% Marsanne all from organic vineyards in the wild hills of Ardeche made by a small co-op of like-minded growers

On the palate it has matter and structure

St. Innocent Freedom Hill Vineyard Dijon Clone Chardonnay 2020 The Pip Matures in 20- to 30-hectolitreFresh, zesty aromas of lime and pine needles are joined by a bit of earthiness and Corn Nuts, the toasted corn treat. There is a lemon lime edge to the medium bodied palate, with touches of chamomile tea and sugar cookies. The wine's acidity is still lively. 93 Pts Wine Enthusiast