Forman Chardonnay, Napa Valley, USA 2023 New Zealand Pinot Noir balancing crisp acidity with a

balancing crisp acidity with a creamy mousse and layers of pear

Born and bred in Marsannay

It is perfect with red meat and furry game dishes

and spicy wood that carry to a medium-bodied

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

Forman Chardonnay, Napa Valley, USA 2023 New Zealand Pinot Noir balancing crisp acidity with aChardonnay 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.