Chardonnay Selekcija 2009

Grape variety

chardonnay

Geographical area

Brda - Slovenia

Name of the vineyard

Jordano, Plešivo

Age

20-43 years

Altitude

150-250 metres above sea level

Exposure

south-west/south-east

Soil type

marl, slate and sandstone (opoka)

Harvest

hand-harvested, bunches carefully selected, middle of September

Vinification

Classic (traditional) 7–8 days of maceration in contact with the skins in 4,000 litre open oak barrels (tino), fermentation with natural yeast

Maturation

12 months on the yeast in 4,000 l conical oak barrels and 18 months in French oak barrels (225 l)

Maturing in the bottle

at least 6 months

Alcohol

14,5% vol

Total acidity

4,9 g/l

 

 

Bottle

0,75 l

Bottling

2.666 bottles 0,75 l

Serving temperature

12-14°C

Characteristics and description

Deep yellow colour with a cast of gold. A rich, dry wine, with an unassuming bouquet of vanilla and tropical fruit - melon and guava - developing into a moderate degree of spiciness. It has an elegant, well-rounded and attractive texture. It has a good balance between full body, alcohol and freshness. Due to its production methods, it is very mineral. Its taste also has a hint of spice. It is a giant, with indescribable elegance, harmony and an unbelievably agreeable freshness. It possesses excellent aging potential.

Serving suggestions

A wine with such a rich body, like a Chardonnay Selekcija, may be served with flavoured dishes. We recommend serving it with medium spiced dishes with mushrooms, measles and truffles, rich sea-food and non-fatty meat, with different herb or creamy sauces and fois gras.

Ageing potential

Suitable for drinking, with an excellent ageing potential over fifteen years.