Chardonnay 2009

Grape variety

chardonnay

Geographical area

Collio – Italy, Brda – Slovenia

Name of the vineyard

Gredic, Ceglo, Jordano

Age

9-22 years

Altitude

150-250 metres above sea level

Exposure

south-west/south-east

Soil type

marl, slate and sandstone(opoka)

Harvest

hand-harvested, beginning of September

Vinification

maceration for 12 hours, fermentation in stainless steel tanks

Maturing in the bottle

at least a month

Alcohol

13,5% vol

Total acidity

5,4 g/l

Bottle

0,75 l

Bottling

8.000 bottles in August

Serving temperature

12°C

Characteristics and description

Clear yellow colour. Nicely composed wine, of medium body, with an intense and complex aroma. A flowery bouquet which with time begets a note of white blossoms, with a little peach, dried fruit and a soft touch of citrus and spice. It develops well on the palate, fresh and lively with a note of mineral tone, a hint of citrus, dried fruit and spices. Long-lasting. Most enchanting, with a soft texture and the characteristics of its variety.

Serving suggestions

Chardonnay – the best known white dry wine is as suitable for young creative cuisine as for traditional. It is excellent as an appetiser.

Ageing potential

It is recommended to drink it when fresh. Maturation enriches its minerality. Some vintages may mature in the bottle for more than 10 years.