Forman Chardonnay, Napa Valley, USA 2023 New Zealand Pinot Noir and plum tart

and plum tart

On the palate there is an active interplay between the wine’s fruit

balancing crisp acidity with a creamy mousse and layers of pear

Clou or Cloux is to be compared to the term Clos meaning a closed place

Toscana IGT 2021 is intense yet more lifted and refined than the warmer vintages

Forman Chardonnay, Napa Valley, USA 2023 New Zealand Pinot Noir and plum tartChardonnay 2023 is a brilliant reflection of Ric Formans classic Napa Valley winemaking philosophy favoring balance, restraint, and terroir expression over excess. Aromas of Meyer lemon, green apple, white peach, and citrus blossom are accented by subtle notes of hazelnut, wet stone, and delicate oak spice. The palate is vibrant and beautifully textured, combining crystalline acidity with remarkable precision and a lingering mineral driven finish.