Domaine des Baumard Carte d'Or
A luscious White wine with honeyed tropical fruits, steely minerality, and a zippy, fresh finish
Domaine des Baumard Carte d'Or Côteaux du Layon, France, is a luscious, sweet White still wine crafted from Chenin Blanc grapes. It undergoes fractional pneumatic pressing and 9 months in stainless steel on its fine lees, preserving its vibrant character. This wine offers an attractive honeyed nose with lifted yellow and golden tropical fruits like mango, guava, and pineapple. The palate is fresh with steely minerality and zippy acidity, leading to a rounded, approachable finish. Vegan and vegetarian-friendly, it pairs perfectly with rich starters, desserts, or a selection of fine cheeses.
37.0CL , 11.5% ABV , Vintage: 2023
Vinification
Fractional pneumatic pressing of whole grape bunches and fermentation at low, controlled temperatures and 9 months in stainless steel on its fine lees.
Flavour profile
This luscious sweet White wine offers an attractive honeyed nose, brimming with lifted yellow and golden tropical fruits such as mango, guava, and pineapple. The palate is fresh and invigorating, showcasing steely minerality and a zippy acidity that keeps the wine buoyant and leads to a rounded, approachable finish.
Serving recommendation
Serve chilled at 10-12°C. No decanting required.