Chardonnay

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Chardonnay

A wine which has become the illustration of changes in Sicilian wine. It was created from a wish to compete in the world production of this noble and widespread vine. After a long process beginning in 1985, full of surprises and successes, today Planeta’s Chardonnay is an icon for the whole of Sicily.

The vines of Ulmo and Maroccoli, cultivated according to the criteria of sustainability and organicity, are unique for position and terroir. Fermentation and aging in French wood, with precision and care, present us with a wine unique for its grace and power.

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denomination

Menfi D.O.C.

Variety

100% Chardonnay

Location

Sambuca di Sicilia (AG)

Vineyard

Ulmo, Maroccoli

First vintage

1994

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Details

type of soil

Ulmo’s soil is of average texture, moderately deep and at depth with abundant structure composed of pebbles, average lime with sections of dark, vegetable soils. At Maroccoli the soil is limey with structure of average dimension, a little chalky with abundant lime sections.

ALTITUDE

Ulmo 250 metres above sea level;

Maroccoli 415 metres above sea level.

TRAINING SYSTEM

Espalier with Guyot pruning system.

METHOD OF CULTIVATION

According to criteria of organic agriculture and the SOStain® protocol; ground cover of clover, vetch, yellow mustard and wild plants to increase organic substance and nitrogen content, assisting the vitality of the soil’s microfauna; plant health protected with small quantities of sulphur and copper; defence against phytophages with useful insects, sexual confusion and application of natural restoratives such as zeolite, kaolin and vegetable extracts.

Tasting notes

A single-variety Chardonnay which clearly demonstrates the characteristics which have made it so well known. From the rich light gold colour, deep but transparent, the pleasing contrast of creaminess and crunchiness which is evident on tasting can be anticipated. It is indeed a soft white wine supported by a refreshing note of acidity which accompanies every sip. A slight mineral touch harmoniously combines the flavour of ripe yellow peaches, acacia honey and marzipan with peaty, cereal and toasted aromas which appear at the powerful and balanced finish.