SERVE | Cuvée Clemence | 2022
chardonnay | feteasca alba
We will be evaluating wines in no particular order on no particular schedule. Just stay tuned and you will never miss our reviews. If the wine is tasted more than once, the rating table will be updated so as to reflect all the new impressions and observations.
Today we are going to review a quite intriguing wine blend from the famous Dealu Mare region of Romania – Cuvée Clemence 2022 by SERVE. This wine is a harmonious blend of two major grape varieties: chardonnay (80% – one of the world’s most popular grape varieties, regarded by many as the ‘Queen of Whites‘, prized for its flexibility and for the ability to produce top-notch wines in a wide range of climates and terroirs), and feteasca alba (20% – an old, indigenous romanian variety, that dates back for almost two thousand years – a variety that can produce delicate and elegance wines), where chardonnay forms the wine’s main body and structure, bringing in some much desired lushness on the palate, while feteasca alba adds up-front richness and offers a leaner and a more dynamic finish. This wine is named after Clemence, the second daughter of Count Guy Tyrell de Poix. In order to preserve the varietal characteristics of both grape varieties, the wine has been aged only for 4 months in french oak barriques, which means that the wine went through the malolactic conversion – a process where the crisp, malic acid in the wine is converted into a more softer, lactic acid, which makes the wine feel more silky, gaining extra structure and finesse. Needless to mention that it has been produced in a limited edition of only 4725 bottles. That said and without further ado, let’s move on straight to our tasting results.
_________________________________________________________________________
Take a look at the tasting notes below and our detailed assessment of the wine:
//Visual
color: pale straw-yellow color
clarity: pastel lemon hues at the rim
//Olfactory
intensity: pronounced & zesty
fruit character: ripe
This wine opens up with a captivating bouquet of ripe fruit aromas. The nose is pleasantly filled with bright notes of citrus fruits, reminiscent of lemon zest and lemon peel, interlaced with hints of asian pear and white apple. As the aromas unfolds, elegant herbal undertones emerge in the background, hinting at hay, straw grass and nettle, complemented by a subtle whisper of dust and oak that lingers, adding a touch of complexity and sophistication to the wine’s aromatic profile.
//Palate
sweetness: dry | acidity: high | alcohol: high | tannin: low | balance: good
finish: medium+ | aftertaste: appealingly crisp
The palate mirrors the nose with a delightful interplay of ripe fruit flavors. A vibrant mix of citrus and yellow fruits takes center stage, complemented by very subtle hints of oak, that adds complexity. The wine’s crisp acidity keeps the mouthfeel lively, balanced by a firm touch of alcoholic warmth that contributes to the wine’s round and ample body. All those elements form an appealingly crisp aftertaste.
//Verdict
maturity: in its prime | drink now or within the next 2 years
verdict: fine | highly recommended | a quite appealing wine of good quality
Overall, this wine offers a nicely structured and ample mouthfeel, as it feels rich and harmonious, with a silky and round palate. With its subtle oak influence, that adds a touch of complexity and sophistication to the flavour profile, this wine is a true gem for those who appreciate an elegant chardonnay-based blend.
//Scoring
SERVE | Cuvée Clemence | 2022
variety: chardonnay | feteasca alba
country: Romania
region: Muntenia | Dealu Mare
rating: 93.4
_________________________________________________________________________
This is definitely a fine wine of Romania and with a total of 93.4 points scored, this wine is right there, among the best wines we’ve rated so far. Check our complete database on the wine rating page, where you can find all the wines that we have tasted and reviewed or go to the about us page and find out more about our exquisite rating system.
Pairing: Judging by the wine’s rich and harmonious mouthfeel, we believe it would pair lovely with dishes based on béchamel sauce, like for example creamy penne pasta. The wine’s crisp acidity will cut beautifully through the richness of the sauce, while the ripe citrus notes in the wine will complement the herbal flavors of the pasta. Additionally, the subtle oak influence in the wine will find a harmonious counterpart in the buttery notes of the béchamel sauce. This pairing has the potential to create a delightful interplay of textures and flavors, with the wine’s round mouthfeel balancing the creaminess of the dish. Enjoy!
_________________________________________________________________________
© The WineStatistics ratings are based solely on our own knowledge of the world of wine and on our personal wine tastes, which may, or may not, differ from yours – the reader. Just remember that there are no absolutes of right and wrong in wine appreciation.
Make a one-time donation
Make a monthly donation
Make a yearly donation
Choose an amount
Or enter a custom amount
WineStatistics is a non-profit community. We produce independent and highly detailed wine reviews.
By training ourselves to stop, take a breath, and pay attention to the subtle elements that distinguish one wine from any other, we learn an important lesson about life – that it’s worth taking the time to slow down and appreciate things that pleases us, from a glass of wine to a great work of art. It’s a simple way to learn to appreciate the little things in life that may in some small way enhance our enjoyment of every day.
In order to continue our work we need support from people like you. People who appreciate our contribution in spreading wine knowledge and raising wine awareness across the borders.
You may now support us by contributing with a one-time donation so that we can review even more wines.
WineStatistics is a non-profit community. We produce independent and highly detailed wine reviews.
By training ourselves to stop, take a breath, and pay attention to the subtle elements that distinguish one wine from any other, we learn an important lesson about life – that it’s worth taking the time to slow down and appreciate things that pleases us, from a glass of wine to a great work of art. It’s a simple way to learn to appreciate the little things in life that may in some small way enhance our enjoyment of every day.
In order to continue our work we need support from people like you. People who appreciate our contribution in spreading wine knowledge and raising wine awareness across the borders.
You may now support us by contributing with a monthly donation so that we can review even more wines.
WineStatistics is a non-profit community. We produce independent and highly detailed wine reviews.
By training ourselves to stop, take a breath, and pay attention to the subtle elements that distinguish one wine from any other, we learn an important lesson about life – that it’s worth taking the time to slow down and appreciate things that pleases us, from a glass of wine to a great work of art. It’s a simple way to learn to appreciate the little things in life that may in some small way enhance our enjoyment of every day.
In order to continue our work we need support from people like you. People who appreciate our contribution in spreading wine knowledge and raising wine awareness across the borders.
You may now support us by contributing with a yearly donation so that we can review even more wines.
WineStatistics 