Barkan Reserve Chardonnay 2024 - Kosher Dry White Wine from Israel with Fruity Aromas and Subtle Oak Notes – 750 ml

Barkan Reserve Chardonnay 2024 – Elegant Dry White Wine from Israel

The Barkan Reserve Chardonnay 2024 is a characterful dry white wine from Israel. This elegant Chardonnay combines fresh fruit aromas with subtle oak notes, creating a beautiful balance of freshness, softness and complexity. On the nose and palate, you will discover apple, citrus fruit, white peach and tropical fruit. A hint of honey and refined oak notes add extra depth. With its rounded structure and pleasantly long finish, this Chardonnay is an excellent choice for lovers of fuller-bodied white wines.

The Chardonnay Grape

Chardonnay is one of the world's best-known white grape varieties. Renowned for its versatility, it can produce both fresh, fruit-driven wines and rich, oak-aged styles. Barkan Reserve Chardonnay is made from 100% Chardonnay grapes. The combination of ripe fruit, fresh acidity and subtle oak influence gives this wine its elegant and distinctive character.

Origin in Israel

The grapes for Barkan Reserve Chardonnay come from selected Israeli vineyards. For this wine, Barkan uses grapes from areas including Upper Galilee and the area around Kiryat Anavim near Jerusalem. Differences in altitude, soil and climate contribute to the wine's complexity. The relatively cool conditions in these wine-growing areas help the grapes retain their fresh acidity and aromatic character.

Vinification and Oak Ageing

What makes this Chardonnay particularly interesting is the combination of different winemaking methods. Part of the wine is fermented in new oak barrels and then aged in oak for approximately six months. Another portion is vinified in stainless-steel tanks. Blending these wines creates an attractive balance between fresh fruit aromas and the softer, fuller characteristics associated with oak-aged Chardonnay. The oak adds structure and subtle woody notes without overpowering the wine's fruit character. The result is an elegant white wine with a full flavour and refined finish.

Tasting Profile

Barkan Reserve Chardonnay 2024 has an attractive pale yellow to golden-yellow colour. 

Aroma: Fresh apple, white peach, citrus and tropical fruit, complemented by subtle notes of honey and oak. 

Taste: Full and rounded, with fresh fruit flavours, gentle oak influences and pleasant acidity. 

Finish: Long, smooth and elegant, with a subtle hint of spice.

Character: Dry, fruity, full-bodied and refined.

Delicious with a Variety of Dishes

Thanks to its full-bodied character and balanced freshness, this Chardonnay is a versatile food wine.

Particularly delicious with:

• Pan-fried or grilled fish such as sea bass, salmon or sole.
• Grilled chicken with Mediterranean herbs.
• Creamy pasta dishes.
• Salads with goat's cheese and honey dressing.
• Quiches and savoury tarts.
• Young and mildly matured cheeses.

The combination of fruity freshness and subtle oak notes makes this wine particularly well suited to dishes with a soft, creamy texture.

Serving and Storage

Serve Barkan Reserve Chardonnay chilled at approximately 8–12°C. At this temperature, both the fresh fruit aromas and refined oak notes can fully express themselves. For the best drinking experience, you can take the wine out of the refrigerator a few minutes before serving. Store the bottle in a cool, dark place at as consistent a temperature as possible.

Kosher and Vegan White Wine

Barkan Reserve Chardonnay 2024 is kosher for Passover. The wine is also vegan, as indicated on the back label. This makes it a suitable choice for wine lovers who consciously choose vegan products. The wine contains sulphites.

About Barkan Winery

Barkan is one of Israel's well-known and major wine producers. The winery combines modern winemaking techniques with carefully selected grapes from different wine-growing regions throughout Israel. The Reserve range holds a special place within Barkan's portfolio. These wines are produced with particular attention to grape selection, vinification and flavour development. Barkan Reserve Chardonnay is an excellent example of this approach.

Discover More Israeli Chardonnay

If you enjoy Chardonnay, Experience Israël offers several other distinctive white wines from Israel. The Barkan Classic Chardonnay is an excellent alternative for those who enjoy a fresh, fruity and approachable white wine. For a more luxurious Chardonnay with additional depth, discover the Teperberg Essence Chardonnay, an elegant white wine with fruit, honey and refined oak notes. You can also explore our complete selection of white wines from Israel.

Why Choose Barkan Reserve Chardonnay?

Barkan Reserve Chardonnay 2024 offers a beautiful combination of ripe fruit, subtle oak notes and an elegant, rounded structure. This dry white wine is an excellent accompaniment to a festive meal but is equally enjoyable on its own. Its versatile character also makes it a wonderful gift for lovers of quality Israeli wines.

Discover the taste of Israel with Barkan Reserve Chardonnay 2024.

Properties

Winery: Barkan Winery
Range: Reserve
Country: Israel
Region: Upper Galilee and Jerusalem area
Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
Vintage: 2024
Wine Type: White wine
Taste: Dry
Colour: Pale yellow to golden yellow
Alcohol Content: 13.5%
Volume: 750 ml
Ageing: Partially oak-aged, approximately 6 months
Kosher: Yes
Kosher for Passover: Yes
Vegan: Yes
Serving Temperature: 8–12°C
Storage: Store in a cool, dark place
Allergens: Contains sulphites
EAN: 7290000024240