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Chardonnay Collio DOC

by La Castellada · Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

TypeWhite
GrapesChardonnay
Alcohol14.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourWhite
Colour depthMedium
BodyFull-bodied
Serve at10–12 °C
Keeps for5–10 years
Bottled in0.75 l
FarmingNatural wine
La CastelladaFriuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The vineyards lie on Collio's limestone- and clay-rich soils. The vines develop deep roots, which support grapes with rich flavours and expressive aromas.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested by hand, destemmed and gently pressed. They macerate for four days in open Slavonian oak vats before fermenting in barriques, where malolactic fermentation also takes place.

Ageing

The wine matures for 11 months in barriques, followed by 12 months in stainless-steel tanks and a further 12 months in bottle.

Tasting profile

Complex, bright and lively, with rich flavours, expressive aromas and a sunlit warmth.