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Chardonnay Cuvée Bois® wine — Les Crêtes winery — Dionysus
White

Chardonnay Cuvée Bois®

by Les Crêtes · Valle d'Aosta, Italy

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  • Tre Bicchieri 2023Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2020 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2022Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2019 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2021Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2018 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2020Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2017 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2019Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2016 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2016Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2013 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2013Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2010 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2012Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2009 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2011Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2008 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2010Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2007 vintage
TypeWhite
GrapesChardonnay
Alcohol13.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourWhite
Colour depthLight
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at13–15 °C
Keeps for4–10 years
Bottled in1.5 l
Les CrêtesValle d'Aosta, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes grow in Valle d’Aosta at 550–750 m above sea level, on loose, sandy moraine soils. The Alpine climate contributes distinctive aromas and good structure.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested by hand at the end of September, then sorted, chilled and gently pressed as whole bunches. Fermentation takes place in 300-litre French oak barrels, followed by malolactic fermentation.

Ageing

The wine rests on its lees for 10–11 months with regular bâtonnage, followed by a further 12 months in bottle.

Tasting profile

Rich, complex and aromatic, with elegance, balance, good structure and distinctive flavour.