Chardonnay 2011 - PLANETA 750ml x 1 bottle

Planeta's Chardonnay is a wine recognized for bringing a change to the value and presence of Sicilian wines. It was born from the dream of using the international Chardonnay grape to compete on par with wines from around the world and create a Sicilian wine.

Rating: Menfi DOC

Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay

Tasting: It has a rich, creamy, and smooth (fluid) mouthfeel. The fresh acidity and the softness of the alcohol derived from barrel fermentation create a contrast, characterizing its wonderful balance.

Production method: All harvested grapes are hand-picked and placed in 16kg small boxes, then cooled at 12-14°C. After destemming and crushing, they are gently pressed, followed by cold settling at 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, it is aged with the primary lees, with bâtonnage (stirring of lees) performed once a week for the first 5 months, and then once every 14 days, before finally being bottled after approximately 11 months of aging. Aging uses 225L Allier oak barrels (40% new oak, 30% second-use, 30% third-use).

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