Vie di Romans
Nuts Climat Chardonnay 2018
| Denomination | DOC Friuli Isonzo Chardonnay |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Friuli-Venezia Giulia (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
- Grape variety, vintage and alcohol content: 100% Chardonnay 2018, 13.5% vol, 0.75 l bottle
- DOC area of origin: Friuli Isonzo (Friuli-Venezia Giulia), Vie di Romans estate
- Aroma: floral notes accompanied by hints of custard due to ageing
- Taste: fresh, elegant and delicate on the palate, with a pleasant persistence
- Serving and pairings: decant for 1 hour; ideal with fish, shellfish, sushi and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine is it
Nuts Climat Chardonnay by Vie di Romans is a harmonious still white wine. In the glass, it displays a straw yellow colour, introducing a floral bouquet with hints of custard cream resulting from maturation. On the palate, the Chardonnay reveals a fresh and elegant sip, with remarkable persistence. Its balanced profile makes it excellent for accompanying starters, shellfish and sushi.
Where does it come from
It originates in the Friuli Isonzo area, a region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia that imparts a distinct character to the grapes. The Vie di Romans winery enhances its pedoclimatic qualities with great precision. The winemaking commitment of the Gallo family boasts over a century of dedication. In this context, the Chardonnay fully expresses its aromatic potential, resulting in a white wine of pure territorial charm highly praised by critics.
How is it produced
The production process uses Chardonnay grapes vinified to preserve the delicacy of the variety. The maturation phase imparts olfactory softness and supports the fullness of flavour. To enhance the tasting experience, a one-hour decanting before serving is recommended. This allows the wine to open up fully, making it ideal for seafood dishes, cheeses and vegetarian options.
History and Curiosities
The centuries-old dedication of the Gallo family lives on in the Vie di Romans winery. The Nuts Climat 2018, an excellent Chardonnay from the prestigious Friuli Isonzo DOC denomination, encapsulates the authentic winemaking essence of Friuli-Venezia Giulia. This elegant still white, boasting 94 points awarded by James Suckling, wins over enthusiasts thanks to its pronounced identity and territorial charm.
Awards
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2018
94/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1900
- Oenologist: Gianfranco Gallo
- Bottles produced: 300.000
- Hectares: 67
Since 1978, the winery has been run by Gianfranco who, through rigorous and daring viticultural choices, combined with careful oenological interpretation, has affirmed a qualitative style of great personality, which has distinguished the Vie di Romans winery over the last twenty years.
Important milestones in this last historical journey have been: 1978 first bottling and first commercial label, 1982 start of a cycle of viticultural modernisation aimed at high quality, 1989 construction of the new cellar built on three floors, 1990 vinification of grapes separated according to cru of origin, 1992 commercial release of the 1990s vintage and from this date onwards white wines will always be marketed two years after the harvest. Read more
| Name | Vie di Romans Nuts Climat Chardonnay 2018 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Friuli Isonzo DOC |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Friuli-Venezia Giulia |
| Vendor | Vie di Romans |
| Story | History and Curiosities The centuries-old dedication of the Gallo family lives on in the Vie di Romans winery. The Nuts Climat 2018, an excellent Chardonnay from the prestigious Friuli Isonzo DOC denomination, encapsulates the authentic winemaking essence of Friuli-Venezia Giulia. This elegant still white, boasting 94 points awarded by James Suckling, wins over enthusiasts thanks to its pronounced identity and territorial charm. |
| Origin | Friuli-Venezia Giulia (Friuli Isonzo) |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |