Blanc

Blanc

Andrea Calek

France / Rhone / Rhone

6.300 RSD

≈ 54 €

Profile

Body3/5
Tannin1/5
Acidity3/5
Minerality3/5
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Vintage
2024
Grapes
Chardonnay
Alcohol
12.5%
Volume
0.75L
Type / Style
white / still
Farming
natural, biodynamic
Serving
10-12°C
Allergens
contains sulfites
Availability
In stock

Vinification

Andrea Calek works in a natural-winemaking style with minimal interventions — fermentation on wild yeasts, with no added sulfur or only the smallest of amounts. The wine reflects the living terroir of the Ardèche and the purity of Chardonnay without any technological intervention.

Winery Story

Andrea Calek is a Czech winemaker who settled in the Ardèche (Rhône valley) and is a bright figure of the French natural-wine movement. He works small plots, espousing a philosophy of minimal intervention in both vineyard and cellar. His wines hold cult status among natural-wine enthusiasts around the world.

Vineyard Story

The vineyards lie in the Ardèche — the southern part of the Rhône valley — with characteristic granite and limestone soils. The climate is moderately continental with a Mediterranean influence, which ensures good acidity and freshness even in warm vintages. The vineyards are worked by hand, with no synthetic chemicals.

Tasting Notes

  • citrus
  • white flowers
  • green apple
  • chalk
  • fresh herbs
  • grapefruit

Food Pairing

  • goat cheese
  • seafood
  • vegetable tarts
  • grilled fish
  • light starters

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