Those who have been following the Rupperts’ career for some time might remember that this is not the first Chardonnay in their selection. Although the earlier one was defined by more powerful oak use and a creamier structure – a softer, fresher wine was made from 2021. Exotic fruits, sweetness, spices and roundness.

“It was the vintage that made it possible to make it again. The vintage’s analytical numbers were so good that we couldn’t have made a light, summer wine from it. It was a warm year, with a small crop and great complexity. We’ve not changed anything in the winemaking process – without malolactic fermentation, the wine was aged for half a year in used five-hectolitre barrels, and we stirred the lees monthly, thus the freshness remained besides the seriousness” – Ákos Ruppert.