Domaine Stéphane Aladame Montagny Prélude 2021 chateau-figeac the aim of the estate

the aim of the estate is to produce wines that speak clearly of the bright sky and diverse terroirs of the region

There is nothing jinxed about the wine however

rolling fruit for those who like their Chardonnay with something to hang on to

Raymond-Lafon looks to be well on the road to becoming one of the great classic wines of Sauternes

The grapes are hand-picked and sorted in the vineyard

Domaine Stéphane Aladame Montagny Prélude 2021 chateau-figeac the aim of the estateThe name says it all: Prlude is the introductory Montagny, sourced from the vineyards of Le May (Saint Vallerin) and Les Cores (Montagny). It was raised for 10 months in a combination of tank (60%) and older barrels (40%). The wine displays volume, yet it remains braced by a consistent thread of acidity. Pithy and fleshy with a citrus edge, its a perfectly balanced example of this underrated appellation. The palate sports finely honed citrus and