Features
Name:
Sanct Valentin Chardonnay AOC 2021
Terrain:
limestone-gravel and moraine sediments
Cellar
In 1907, a small group of winegrowers decided to join forces to improve the quality of their labels, thus giving birth to the San Michele Appiano cooperative winery, which is today a reality that counts around three hundred and fifty members for an annual production that exceeds two million bottles. A veritable colossus, an absolute reference for the entire production world, not only in Alto Adige, that never fails to live up to expectations thanks to a range of unique reliability. From Gewürztraminer to Müller Thurgau, from Sauvignon to Riesling, from Pinot Bianco to Lagrein, each bottle is a perfect synthesis of the varietal from which it was born. Fresh and vibrant wines, characterised by a clear territorial appeal and surprising average quality.
Description
Despite being a variety that is widespread throughout the world, it is one of the winery's favourite varieties. Since 1986, this Chardonnay has belonged to the top Sanct Valentin line. Cultivated only in selected micro-zones in the municipality of Eppan, it guarantees extraordinary grapes that produce a fine wine of remarkable strength and elegance. Balance, acidity and excellent ageing potential are its characteristics.
Organoleptic characteristics:
Bright straw yellow colour with greenish highlights. On the nose, fruity aromas of ripe fruit and vanilla notes, hints of white flowers, citrus fruits and butter with almost smoky and toasted mineral notes. On the palate it is powerful, mineral, buttery and full-bodied.
Storage time:
over ten years
Vinification
Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation and ageing on the lees in barrique-tonneaux. Blending after almost a year and further ageing for at least eight months in cement casks.
Acknowledgements
2021 Bibenda 
2021 Veronelli 93/100
2021 James Suckling 92/100
