{"title":"Wijndomein Aldeneyck","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"aldeneyck-chardonnay-heerenlaak-maasvallei-2023","title":"Aldeneyck Chardonnay Heerenlaak Maasvallei 2023","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1i3ev1l\" data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"752\"\u003eAldeneyck Chardonnay Heerenlaak Maasvallei, Belgium\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003eAldeneyck Chardonnay Heerenlaak Maasvallei is a Belgian Chardonnay with a remarkably serious Burgundian flair. The vineyard is situated on the banks of the Meuse near the Heerenlaak marina, where the pebble and gravel terroir provides fresh tension and a refined structure. Through fermentation in stainless steel, followed by 5 months of sur lie aging in French Chassin oak barriques, this white wine gains both ripe fruit, creamy depth, and subtly integrated wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14jexaw\" data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003eVineyards and region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eThis Chardonnay comes from the Belgian Maasvallei Limburg, a protected designation of origin surrounding the Meuse river.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003eLocation \/ Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vineyard is located on the bank of the Meuse, close to the Heerenlaak marina. This specific location gives the wine its direct link to the river landscape of the Maasvallei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e The terroir consists of mineral-rich pebble and gravel. This soil warms up well, drains quickly, and helps the Chardonnay achieve ripeness without losing its fresh tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003eClimate \u0026amp; Influences:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Maasvallei has a cool climate in which Chardonnay can ripen slowly. This is important for the balance between ripe fruit, razor-sharp acidity, and a long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"2057\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1939\"\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e The grapes are harvested by hand, ensuring careful selection before the wine enters the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1nispz6\" data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eVinification and aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2086\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003eThe vinification combines fresh precision with classic oak aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2348\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2183\"\u003eHarvest \u0026amp; Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e After manual harvesting, the grapes are gently pressed using a pneumatic press. This careful pressing helps obtain pure juice without harsh extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2515\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats. This preserves the fresh fruit expression and creates a clear base before the wine undergoes further aging in oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2517\" data-end=\"2788\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2517\" data-end=\"2545\"\u003eAging \/ Oak treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine ages for 5 months sur lie in French Chassin oak barriques, 25% of which are new and the rest 1 to 4 years old. What is sur lie? Sur lie means that the wine remains resting on the fine yeast cells, which provides extra creaminess, texture, and length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2953\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2812\"\u003eAlcohol percentage:\u003c\/strong\u003e With 13% alcohol, this Chardonnay has enough power to support the oak aging, while the 6.4 g\/l acidity keeps the wine fresh and taut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9tra1w\" data-start=\"2955\" data-end=\"2978\"\u003eGrape composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2980\" data-end=\"3034\"\u003eThis white wine is made entirely from Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3036\" data-end=\"3293\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3036\" data-end=\"3072\"\u003eChardonnay – Maasvallei Limburg:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chardonnay gives this wine its ripe fruit, white peach, floral notes, and rounded structure. Combined with sur lie aging and French oak barriques, the grape achieves a full, refined, and gastronomic style here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1kwabyh\" data-start=\"3295\" data-end=\"3326\"\u003eTasting notes and serving tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3328\" data-end=\"3598\"\u003eStraw yellow in the glass, with ripe fruit, white peach, flowers, hazelnut, and a subtle touch of vanilla. The taste is fresh and complex, with razor-sharp acidity, understated oak influence, and a round texture from the aging on the fine lees. The finish is long, precise, and lingering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3600\" data-end=\"3748\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3600\" data-end=\"3623\"\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve this Chardonnay at 10–13 °C, so that the ripe fruit, fresh acidity, and subtle wood tones remain beautifully balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3750\" data-end=\"3879\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3750\" data-end=\"3764\"\u003eDishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairs well with shellfish, turbot, salmon, refined fish dishes, scallops, creamy poultry dishes, and soft cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"om3m1d\" data-start=\"3881\" data-end=\"3895\"\u003eAwards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3897\" data-end=\"4095\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3897\" data-end=\"3917\"\u003e16\/20, Perswijn:\u003c\/strong\u003e This score falls within the “Very good” category on Perswijn's 20-point scale and confirms the quality of this Belgian Chardonnay. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4097\" data-end=\"4249\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4097\" data-end=\"4121\"\u003e4.1 stars, Vivino:\u003c\/strong\u003e With over 1100+ ratings, this Chardonnay shows that it is widely and consistently appreciated by wine lovers as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"iymljo\" data-start=\"4251\" data-end=\"4295\"\u003eMore information about Wijndomein Aldeneyck\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4297\" data-end=\"4722\"\u003eWijndomein Aldeneyck is among the leading wineries of the Belgian Maasvallei. The estate is strongly connected to the gravel-rich soils along the Meuse and works with grape varieties that can develop tension, precision, and aromatic purity in this cool climate. Chardonnay Heerenlaak clearly demonstrates how serious Belgian white wine has become: fresh, refined, and with enough depth for the finer table.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vinites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45321435742287,"sku":"056109","price":32.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/AldeneyckChardonnayHeerenlaakMaasvallei.webp?v=1779973835"}],"url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/en\/collections\/wijnhuis-wijndomein-aldeneyck.oembed","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}