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WhiteFriuli GraveDOC

Tenuta Maccan Chardonnay Friuli Grave DOC

by Le Monde · Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

AppellationFriuli GraveDOC
TypeWhite
GrapesChardonnay
Alcohol13.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourWhite
Colour depthPale
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at8–10 °C
Keeps for3–4 years
Bottled in0.75 l
Le MondeFriuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes are grown on the 23 ha Tenuta Maccan estate in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, in a mild Mediterranean climate. The clay soils are rich in dolomitic limestone, trace elements and mineral deposits. The vineyards are planted at 4,300 vines/ha.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested during the first ten days of September. After brief settling, the must ferments in stainless-steel tanks at a controlled temperature.

Ageing

After fermentation, the wine remains on its fine lees until the following spring.

Tasting profile

The aroma is delicate, while the palate is fresh, refined and elegant.

Label / history

Tenuta Maccan was established in 2012.