2018 Astheim Chardonnay VDP.Ortswein trocken, Franconia/Franken, Germany

Clear, polished, somewhat nutty fragrance with fine, light yellow fruity aromas, very delicate wood notes, still a little yeast, floral traces and quite clear minerality. Ripe, bright, cool and polished, fine juicy fruit, light nutty wood notes, a hint of caramel, very fine, lively acidity, good substance and sustainability, in the background clearly chalky-salty minerality, still young, some depth, gains with air still elegance and freshness, pleasantly quiet style, very good, quite complex finish with fine juice and melt

Best to drink: 2021-2025+. What our ratings mean