Haardter Mandelring Chardonnay Erste Lage - Weingut Andres

A Chardonnay with a fine reduction, salty minerality and elegant structure, shaped by the special soil formation of this small, high-quality Haardt site. On the nose, it shows yellow fruit, pear, stone fruit, subtle citrus notes, and delicate smoky and nutty accents. The light flint spice and early reduction give it tension and depth.

On the palate, the Mandelring Chardonnay is precise, silky and mineral, with fine phenolics and a clear, cool pressure. The acidity is harmoniously integrated, the texture creamy yet taut. The finish is long, salty and elegant – typical of chalk-rich Palatinate Grand Cru Chardonnay sites.

The Haardter Mandelring is characterized by calcareous marl, partly overlaid by weathered Bunter sandstone. This rare combination provides cool minerality, salt, and a fine, restrained aroma. The site is located on the edge of the Haardt and benefits from a climatically cool influence from the Palatinate Forest, which keeps the style fresh and precise. The low yield of 30 hl/ha promotes concentration and depth.

The wine is spontaneously fermented and then aged in 50% new and 50% used barriques. This balance provides structure, fine spice and creaminess, without masking the wine's minerality and clarity.

A precise, mineral and profound Chardonnay that impressively showcases the character of the Haardter Mandelring.