Eric Solomon

Novellum Chardonnay

9.27 ratings
9.11 pro ratings
Côtes Catalanes, Roussillon, Languedoc Roussillon, France
Chardonnay
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces
Top Notes For
David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.1

If you are looking for a really good inexpensive Chardonnay, as Val Kilmer said in role as Doc Holiday in the movie “Tombstone”, “ I’m (Novellum) your Huckleberry.” This is around $10-$12 depending on where you buy it.

On the nose, cream, kiwi, white peach, lemon, lime, Bosc pear, orange citrus, green apple, butter, vanilla, honey notes, soft, light spice, chalky volcanic minerals, jasmine, spring flowers and white & yellow lilies.

The body is full, creamy and waxy. Beeswax/honeycomb, cream, kiwi, white peach, lemon, lime, Bosc pear, orange citrus, green apple, pineapple, butter, vanilla, soft, light sharp spice with a touch of heat, chalky volcanic minerals, jasmine, spring flowers and white & yellow lilies. Round beautiful acidity and a long, Rich, full, delicious, well balanced finish. A steal for $10-$12.

Photo of; the area this wine is from, Roussillon where the Pyrenees meet the Mediterranean. Winemakers, Jean-Marc & Eliane Lafage & Owner Eric Solomon of Eric Solmon Selections.

The Novellum is fermented in tank, 30% aged in French oak with the remainder in tank on the lees of Viognier. Average age of the vines are 30 years and are farmed organically.

If you are looking for a really good inexpensive Chardonnay, as Val Kilmer said in role as Doc Holiday in the movie “Tombstone”, “ I’m (Novellum) your Huckleberry.” This is around $10-$12 depending on where you buy it.

On the nose, cream, kiwi, white peach, lemon, lime, Bosc pear, orange citrus, green apple, butter, vanilla, honey notes, soft, light spice, chalky volcanic minerals, jasmine, spring flowers and white & yellow lilies.

The body is full, creamy and waxy. Beeswax/honeycomb, cream, kiwi, white peach, lemon, lime, Bosc pear, orange citrus, green apple, pineapple, butter, vanilla, soft, light sharp spice with a touch of heat, chalky volcanic minerals, jasmine, spring flowers and white & yellow lilies. Round beautiful acidity and a long, Rich, full, delicious, well balanced finish. A steal for $10-$12.

Photo of; the area this wine is from, Roussillon where the Pyrenees meet the Mediterranean. Winemakers, Jean-Marc & Eliane Lafage & Owner Eric Solomon of Eric Solmon Selections.

The Novellum is fermented in tank, 30% aged in French oak with the remainder in tank on the lees of Viognier. Average age of the vines are 30 years and are farmed organically.

Jul 8th, 2018
Dawn E.

Back in stock at local Grocery/Wine Dept! Just delicious! Rated previously. $14.99 beats last internet pricing!

Back in stock at local Grocery/Wine Dept! Just delicious! Rated previously. $14.99 beats last internet pricing!

Apr 6th, 2022
Dawn E.

A richer styled wine, the 2020 Novellum has a medium gold hue as well as a rich, powerful bouquet of caramelized lemon, honeyed almonds, candle wax, and toasted bread. Rich, medium to full-bodied, beautifully textured, and balanced. Comments from Jeb Dunnuck Wine.com.
Really enjoying this! I had an Aubert a few months back, this beats it hands down (sorry but not)! Get some! A collaboration between Eric Solomon & Jean-Marc LaFage.

A richer styled wine, the 2020 Novellum has a medium gold hue as well as a rich, powerful bouquet of caramelized lemon, honeyed almonds, candle wax, and toasted bread. Rich, medium to full-bodied, beautifully textured, and balanced. Comments from Jeb Dunnuck Wine.com.
Really enjoying this! I had an Aubert a few months back, this beats it hands down (sorry but not)! Get some! A collaboration between Eric Solomon & Jean-Marc LaFage.

Feb 9th, 2022
Jmontym

2015

2015

May 5th, 2017
Azaria Panni

Azaria had this 3 years ago

Azaria had this 3 years ago

Mar 14th, 2021
Adam Shane

Adam had this 6 years ago

Adam had this 6 years ago

Dec 25th, 2017
Beth Bigley

Beth had this 7 years ago

Beth had this 7 years ago

Sep 16th, 2017