{"product_id":"chardonnay-doc-menfi-bianchi-planeta","title":"Chardonnay DOC Menfi Bianchi Planeta","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Menfi, Sicily, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright straw yellow with golden highlights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense and complex, with notes of ripe tropical fruit such as pineapple, mango, and papaya, accompanied by citrusy hints of lemon zest and grapefruit. The bouquet is enriched by floral nuances and light touches of vanilla and butter, derived from aging in wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full and enveloping on the palate, with a structure balanced between freshness and softness. The fruity flavors blend with toasted and buttery notes, followed by a pleasant minerality that provides depth and persistence. The finish is long, with returns of fruit and hints of vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10-12°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal with rich fish dishes, shellfish, pasta dishes with creamy sauces, soft cheeses, and white meats. Also excellent with Sicilian cuisine dishes such as pasta with sardines or fish couscous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerroir:\u003c\/strong\u003e Menfi DOC Chardonnay is grown in the vineyards of Menfi, an area characterized by calcareous and sandy soils that contribute to the wine's minerality. The Mediterranean climate, with hot and dry summers, favors perfect grape ripening while maintaining excellent acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e The grapes are hand-harvested and fermented partly in steel and partly in French oak barriques. This is followed by aging on the lees for about six months, which gives the wine complexity and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Menfi DOC Chardonnay by Planeta is an excellent example of the Sicilian tradition, capable of combining modernity and terroir. This wine expresses all the richness of the territory, combining the opulence of ripe fruit with the finesse of mineral and woody notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards and scores: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Menfi DOC Chardonnay by Planeta has received several significant awards. Wine Enthusiast has awarded it a score of 92 points, praising its complexity and balance between creaminess and refreshing acidity. The wine has also obtained the GOLD WineHunter Award at the Merano Wine Festival, which recognizes wines with a score between 90 and 94.99.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e DOC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e White wine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhilosophy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Product images are for illustrative purposes only; the label design or bottle shape may vary depending on the vintage or winery restyling. Order fulfillment is guaranteed, and purely aesthetic differences do not entitle the customer to a free return (more details on the Terms and Conditions page).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Planeta","offers":[{"title":"2024 \/ 75 cl","offer_id":49562005700956,"sku":"8020735000795","price":31.5,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0857\/0617\/8908\/files\/2024-02-26-16-29-2982274.png?v=1742930797","url":"https:\/\/www.tivinum.ch\/en\/products\/chardonnay-doc-menfi-bianchi-planeta","provider":"Tivinum","version":"1.0","type":"link"}