Chardonnay Reserve Speciale
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2023
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Pairs beautifully with grilled seafood, roasted chicken with herbs, or fresh goat cheese.
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted by Gerard Bertrand, the visionary winemaker and former rugby champion who has dedicated his life to showcasing the diverse terroirs of the South of France, the Chardonnay Reserve Speciale is a vibrant tribute to the Languedoc landscape. Sourced from selected vineyards along the Mediterranean coast where cooling sea breezes temper the warm sunshine, this 100% Chardonnay beautifully balances freshness and complexity. Historically, the Languedoc was overlooked for premium varietals, but Bertrand's pioneering spirit helped redefine the region's potential. The wine undergoes careful temperature-controlled fermentation, with a portion aged in oak barrels to impart a delicate roundness, subtle notes of toasted brioche, and hazelnut, alongside classic aromas of white flowers, citrus, and ripe pear.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1992 by former French international rugby player Gérard Bertrand following the legacy of his father Georges at Domaine de Villemajou, the estate has emerged as an undisputed pioneer of fine wine in the Languedoc. Headquartered at the coastal Château l'Hospitalet within the limestone massif of La Clape, Bertrand orchestrates over 900 hectares of vineyard land across premium terroirs spanning Corbières, Minervois-La-Livinière, Terrasses du Larzac, and Limoux. The enterprise represents the world’s largest producer of Demeter-certified biodynamic wines, guided by regenerative viticulture, lunar cycles, and chemical-free soil stewardship. Cellar craftsmanship combines precise temperature control, indigenous ferments, and tailored French oak maturation to articulate South of France typicity. Benchmark releases range from iconic single-vineyard crus such as Clos d'Ora, Clos du Temple, and Cigalus to vibrant, terroir-driven white and red bottlings, alongside celebrated Mediterranean cuvées like Côte des Roses.