{"product_id":"san-marzano-talo-chardonnay-puglia-2025","title":"San Marzano Talo Chardonnay Puglia 2025","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTalò Chardonnay by San Marzano is a \u003cstrong\u003estill white wine\u003c\/strong\u003e that elegantly expresses the sunny character of Apulia with Protected Geographical Indication. In this label, \u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e appears with a bright straw yellow colour and an intense aromatic profile, dominated by notes of white flowers and tropical fruit. Ageing in wood enriches the bouquet with hints of vanilla, honey and butter. On the palate, it is fresh and mineral, offering a soft and rounded sip that ends with a long and pleasant persistence. Its velvety structure makes it ideal for refined \u003cstrong\u003epairings with fish\u003c\/strong\u003e and white meats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vineyards are located in Salento, in the heart of the San Marzano di San Giuseppe area, at an altitude of about one hundred metres. The \u003cstrong\u003ewarm and dry climate\u003c\/strong\u003e, combined with excellent sun exposure, promotes healthy and balanced ripening of the grapes, while the soil’s natural water retention capacity preserves the fruit’s vibrancy. The soils, shallow and rich in limestone, ensure optimal drainage and give the wine its characteristic \u003cstrong\u003esavoury and mineral perception\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong\u003eGuyot training system\u003c\/strong\u003e reflects meticulous vineyard management focused on quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvesting takes place in the second half of August, followed by immediate destemming. To extract the maximum aromatic potential, the bunches undergo a \u003cstrong\u003ebrief cold maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e before gentle pressing. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature for about two weeks, preserving the varietal character of the Chardonnay. The process is completed with four months’ maturation in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, enhanced by \u003cstrong\u003eperiodic bâtonnage\u003c\/strong\u003e. This technique gives depth and smoothness to the sip, ensuring a perfect fusion of vanilla notes in the overall profile.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name Talò was created as a tribute to the winegrowers of Cantine San Marzano who, since 1962, have tended the \u003cstrong\u003eSalento vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e like a precious garden. From this sense of belonging comes the \u003cstrong\u003eTalò Chardonnay Puglia IGP\u003c\/strong\u003e, a wine that embodies the authentic spirit of a community. The dedication of the families is reflected in a top-quality white wine, recognised internationally and awarded \u003cstrong\u003e95 points by Luca Maroni\u003c\/strong\u003e, a testament to a commitment that elevates Apulian tradition to excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"San Marzano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46457579733163,"sku":"61202","price":138.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-hk\/products\/san-marzano-talo-chardonnay-puglia-2025","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}