La Belle Angele Chardonnay 2025

La Belle Angele Chardonnay is a charming French Chardonnay that combines generous fruit flavour with a fresh, easy-drinking style. Aromas of ripe pear, white flowers and juicy stone fruit lead into a smooth, rounded palate with notes of peach, apple and a delicate hint of vanilla. A gentle creaminess adds texture, while lively acidity and a subtle mineral edge keep the finish clean and refreshing. Made from 100% Chardonnay, it offers a lovely balance of richness and freshness without being heavy. The Art Deco-inspired label celebrates the carefree spirit of 1920s France, and the wine is equally enjoyable as an aperitif or paired with roast chicken, fresh seafood, sushi or classic fish and chips.

What the winery says:

Produced by Delaunay Vins & Domaines, this Vin de France Chardonnay is crafted from grapes grown in a Mediterranean climate. The fruit is pressed directly on arrival at the winery, followed by cold settling and fermentation at a relatively low temperature to preserve its aromatic character. The wine then spends approximately three months ageing on its lees in vats, adding roundness and softness to the palate while retaining freshness.

What the experts say:

Gilbert & Gaillard, Gold Medal (2025)
“Direct, varietal palate with generous fruit, recalling peach and apricot”

Cameron Douglas MS, 90/100 (2025)
“A light mineral saline quality adds depth and some complexity.”