Tasting Notes

Perhaps the most famous white grape vine, Chardonnay originated in the Burgundy area and it has become widespread in wine-producing areas throughout the world. It arrived in Friuli in the middle of the 19th century and has become prevalent only in the last few decades.

This unoaked Chardonnay,  100% estate-grown and bottled,  offers all of the varietal characteristics and expresses a broad aromatic range, with hints of white peach and tropical fruit. Soft in the mouth, it tempts the palate with excellent body finishing long with notes of toasted almonds. Pairs well with fish and seafood, but also with stuffed agnolotti pasta in broth, ravioli with sage-butter sauce and seafood risotto.

A new addition to the portfolio, introduced in the spring of 2019.

– 2018 rated 91 JS, 90 WS

– 2019 rated 90 WS

Winery	Poggiobello
Region	Friuli
Varietal	100% Chardonnay
Location of Vineyards	Oleis (Comune of Manzano)
Altitude	160–170 meters above sea level
Soil	Marne with minerals
Type of Cultivation	Guyot, Sylvoz
Vinification	Grapes are destemmed then softly squeezed, then the musts are briefly macerated on the skins. Fermentation and partial malolactic take place in stainless steel.
Aging	The wine rests on yeasts for about 6 months, to gain body and complexity, then at least 2 months in bottle prior to release.
Alcohol Content	13.5%
Oenologist	Riccardo Cottarella (consultant)