{"product_id":"thesis-chardonnay-2024","title":"Thesis, Chardonnay, 2024","description":"This wine started as a university dissertation that was nearly failed. The professors called the winemaker’s cool-climate theories \"unrealistic,\" but revenge is a dish best served chilled. The name Thesis is a cheeky \"I told you so\" to the academics who said it couldn’t be done.\n\n​\n\nWood You Believe It?\n\n​\n\nThis wasn’t just thrown in a barrel with a \"hope for the best\" attitude. It underwent a rigorous oaking programme in French barriques, using 30% new oak to add a glow of toasted brioche. Ten months of obsessive stirring of the lees (_battonage_) created a texture so silky it’s practically a liquid cashmere jumper.\n\n​\n\nOn the nose, expect a punchy mix of Meyer lemon and white peach with a hint of flinty smoke. The first sip is all about vibrant nectarine and crisp green apple, quickly followed by a cheeky wink of crème brûlée and vanilla bean. It’s elegant, slightly buttery, and dangerously drinkable.\n\n​\n\nThis is the ultimate \"grown-up\" Chardonnay that hasn't lost its sense of humour. It’s complex enough for the wine snobs but bright enough for a sunny Friday afternoon in the garden. Bold, balanced, and just a little bit defiant.","brand":"Casedrops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54179430891866,"sku":"cmpfbbc7h000h0chv3q4qhf89","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/0141\/5514\/files\/cmmjb7wqt0001l204q3hds284_d7634200-6efd-4712-bd9f-63a576b2a018.png?v=1779357168","url":"https:\/\/shop.casedrops.com\/products\/thesis-chardonnay-2024","provider":"Casedrops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}