Domaine Lafage Novellum Chardonnay 2023 Spanish mature on the lees for

mature on the lees for 3-6 years

This is a remarkably age-worthy wine with the potential to give ever-more pleasure over a span two decades or more

the Champagne spends at least three more years on the lees before disgorgement

pastry- and baking spicetinged finish

Domaine Lafage Novellum Chardonnay 2023 Spanish mature on the lees for"Lafage's 2023 Novellum Chardonnay is a terrific value. Chardonnay aged on Viognier lees, with a small proportion of barrel aging, it's full bodied, rich, round, mouth coating and generous yet with a decent sense of balance. Peach, pineapple and gentle oak shadings all make appearances, and the wine finishes long, with an enlivening hint of brine." 90 points Wine Advocate Rich, medium to full bodied, beautifully textured, and balanced, this is a no