Domaine de la Pinte Fonteneille Arbois Pupillin Chardonnay 2012

Ian Staub

A wonderful and lively Jura chard with some age. Complex yet drinkable: a touch cidery, a touch reductive. Autumnal apple orchard (ripe fragrant apples, but also some that have dropped and are starting to rot, and turning leaves), sweet Meyer lemon, lemon curd, and almond. High acid and a decently creamy texture. Long finish. This domaine is simply killing it, an insta-buy. Organic and biodynamic farming, astute winemaking, and great prices (this was around $25).

Brett Jones

Leesy cheesy yellow fruit on the nose bursting into sharp lemon curd on the dry, crisp palate. Bright, sharp and to the point. Lovely!

Jimmy Smith

Director, West and North London Wine School

Chardonnay Fontinielle 2012: from Pupillin on limestone, aged two years in Demi-M. Quite fleshy peach, nectarine and creamy notes. Deft touch of kernel. Complex, good acid, long length of creamy and nutty touches. Good ripe/cooked Apple touches, honeyed too. Lovely. 93

Christine Speidel

I can't believe this is chardonnay! Wow. A good introduction to this style. Good with pumpkin fondue- it will cut and complement the richness. Also good with charcuterie and sheep cheese.

Jason Somerville

Exceptional wine. Beautiful color and lovely tropical nose. Flavors of pear and apple on the tongue.