Leone de Castris, "Il Medaglione" Chardonnay, Salento IGT

"Иль Медальоне" Шардоне

Vintage:

2013 y 2014 y 2015 2016 y

Volume:

0.75 l

From

2 325 ₽

Characteristics

Interesting facts

"Il Medaglione" Chardonnay — a delicious white wine made from a blend of two grape varieties — Chardonnay (80%) and Malvasia Bianca di Lecce (20%) grown on clay-silt soils Salice Salentino. Collection Chardonnay made in the first week of August, and the harvest of Malvasia Bianca di Lecce — in the first week of September. After a short maceration and soft pressing, the must is decanted at 10 °C for 12 hours. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks takes place at a controlled temperature of 14-16 °C. the wine is Aged on the lees for 3 months in steel tanks and then a further 1 month in bottle.

Tasting Characteristics

The wine has a light straw color.
The wine shows a refreshing, harmonious aroma with dominant notes of banana, lemon, peach, herbs, and spring flowers.
The wine is pure, elegant taste with a refreshing acidity, light mineral notes and a dry finish.
Wine is an excellent aperitif and blends perfectly with various dishes of fish and seafood.