Jolie Laide
Rodnick Farm Vineyard Chalone Mélon de Bourgogne
Melon De Bourgogne from California, United States
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Jolie Laide
Jolie-Laide (pretty-ugly, a term of endearment in French) is the independent label of young-gun duo Scott and Jenny Schultz. Progressive wines and varietals, this Californian micro-negociant are making waves. Unconventional, as the name suggests. They work with a handful of growers, all of whom farm organically (none certified); it is their ability to seek out spectacular vineyard sites which allows them to be hands off in the winemaking process. Scott also works alongside Pax Mahle at Wind Gap wines, one of Sonoma’s (and California’s) most revered wine labels.
Description
“The 2018 Melon de Bourgogne Rodnick Farms Vineyard is shaping up to be a real gem. Floral notes add perfume to a core of citrus and orchard fruit in this brisk, fresh and inviting 2018. The wine was done mostly in concrete, which really allows the purity of the flavors to come through.” AG
Food Pairing
A great wine for pairing with lighter fare but particularly with spicy chicken dishes.