Chardonnay 2001 - PLANETA 3000ml x 1 bottle

Planeta's Chardonnay is a wine that is highly regarded for bringing about a change in the value and presence of Sicilian wine. It was born from the dream of creating a Sicilian wine that could compete on par with the world's best wines using the international Chardonnay grape variety.

Classification: Menfi DOC

Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay

Tasting: The style of this wine is characterized by a strong concentration and depth of fruit, due to the late harvesting after full ripeness. Now, with aging, nuances of yellow apple, dried apricot, hazelnut, and butter unfold, beautifully integrated with the toasted aroma from the barrel. The palate is mellow, with gentle acidity and a smooth texture. This wine offers the complexity and composure unique to a long-aged Chardonnay.

Production Method: All harvested grapes are hand-picked and placed in 16kg small boxes, then cooled to 12-14°C. After destemming and crushing, they are gently pressed, then static settling is carried out at a low temperature of 6-7°C. Only the clarified must is racked and transferred to 225L Allier oak barrels, where alcoholic fermentation takes place at approximately 17-19°C for 5-7 days. After fermentation, the wine is aged on its primary lees, with bâtonnage (stirring) performed once a week for the first 5 months, and then once every 14 days. After approximately 11 months of aging, it is finally bottled. Aging takes place in 225L Allier oak barrels (40% new barrels, 30% second-year barrels, 30% third-year barrels).

Pairing: Pasta or risotto with mushrooms, truffles, or saffron, rich fish dishes, stewed white meats.