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St. Michael-Eppan - Sanct Valentin - Chardonnay 2022

Blend
100% Chardonnay
Country
Italy
Region
Trentino-Alto-Adige
Appellation
Alto Adige
UPC
643976457005
White Wine
Verified Stock
83683-22/6PK
Product Ratings
James Suckling 92pt

Wood spices, vanilla, creamy citrus and stone fruit on the nose. Flavorful and pretty full-bodied on the palate, with fine texture and a long, toasty finish.

by James Suckling, 2024

Age of vines

10 to 32 years.

Background

The popular grape variety is familiar to people all around the globe. However, in the municipality of Eppan's top selected vineyards, the grapes develop in such an excellent way that they produce a high-quality and vigorous yet elegant premium wine. Chardonnay has formed part of the Sanct Valentin line since 1986, and is one of the winery's most important wines. Excellent balance, well-integrated acidity and excellent aging potential.

Food pairing

Pairs well with hearty dishes like fritto misto (fried seafood), porcini-mushroom ravioli with cream sauce and risotto with Graukase cheese and chili. It also goes well with roasted chicken and Wiener Schnitzel. Serve between 10 to 12 degrees Celcius.

Harvest

Early to mid of September; harvest and selection of grapes by hand.

Tasting notes

Strong, mineral, buttery and full-bodied. Fruity aroma of ripe fruit and notes of smoky vanilla on the nose.

Vinification

Fermentation, malolactic fermentation and development on the lees in barrique-tonneaux. Assemblage takes place after almost a year, followed by at least eight months of further maturation in concrete barrels.