Valpanera
Aquileia Chardonnay Carato 2022
| Denomination | DOC Friuli Aquileia Chardonnay |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Friuli-Venezia Giulia (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Followed by refinement in tanks for approximately 7 months and then rests in the bottle for at least another 7 months. |
Description
Still white wine from Friuli-Venezia Giulia, 13.5% ABV, produced by Valpanera. 100% Chardonnay, 2022 vintage. A wine born from the passion of Luca and Vittorio, two young partners who have successfully combined tradition and innovation. Gravelly-sandy soils. Harvested towards the end of September, after drying on the vine. Cryomaceration followed by fermentation in French oak and acacia barriques for 8 months. Aromas of eucalyptus honey, spices, and dried fruit. Bright golden yellow. Soft hints of vanilla and toast emerge on the palate. The finish is enveloping, persistent, and savory.
Awards
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2022
96/100
One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Oenologist: Nicola Biasi
- Bottles produced: 100.000
- Hectares: 15
Every bottle reflects true craftsmanship, stemming fromthorough study, experience, and a keen sense of appreciation. Our winery proudly relies on the talent and experience of Nicola Biasi, recognized in 2020 as the best young winemaker in Italy. From his work in Friuli to Tuscany, and even through his international experiences in South Africa and Australia, Nicola has developed a wide range of skills and sensibilities — a rare understanding of raw materials and a unique intuition that brings a modern, forward‑thinking vision to our winery.
Friuli is renowned for its esteemed white wines, attributed to several key factors: The region’s UNIQUE MICROCLIMATE, influenced by the Alps, provides warm days and cool nights, crucial for preserving grape acidity and freshness. This balance allows complex flavors to develop, resulting in vibrant, nuanced wines. The MINERAL RICH MARL AND SANDSTONE MICRO SOIL add distinct mineral notes. Friuli winemakers, with generations of expertise, blend traditional techniques with
modern innovations to elevate their wines. Friuli wines are celebrated for their AROMATIC PROFILES featuring citrus, stone fruits, and floral undertones, pairing beautifully with various dishes and loved by wine enthusiasts worldwide.
Between the sea and the Alpine snow‑capped mountains lies a narrow cultivable strip of land, shaped by alternating layers of clay, lime, and sandstone. This region offers a rare harmony between the sweetness of marine clay and the mineral
toughness of the Isonzo gravels. A natural equilibrium that enhances the character of our grape varieties and gives life to wines of exceptional quality. And it is precisely here that our winery is located. Read more
| Name | Valpanera Aquileia Chardonnay Carato 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Friuli Aquileia DOC |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Friuli-Venezia Giulia |
| Vendor | Valpanera |
| Origin | Located on the Cortona di Fiumicello estate, where the River Torre once flowed |
| Soil composition | Gravelly/sandy soils with a neutral or base pH, rich in active limestone, constituted mainly by silt and sand. |
| Harvest | Towards the end of September. |
| Wine making | Fermentation and refinement in French oak barrels for 7 months. |
| Aging | Followed by refinement in tanks for approximately 7 months and then rests in the bottle for at least another 7 months. |
| Total acidity | 5.5 gr/L |
| Dry extract | 22.5 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |