Chardonnay Buchholz Alto Adige DOC 2022 magnum - Peter Zemmer

Grapes: Chardonnay – Alto Adige DOC Origin: The denomination chosen for this geographical entity derives from the historical name "Buchholz" for the slopes of the valley above Salorno in the Bassa Atesina, already mentioned in the historical cartography of the 1858 land register. character comes from selected vineyards in this terraced area of dolomite sedimentary rock at an altitude of 400 meters above sea level up to 800 meters slm Buchholz is a very heterogeneous wine region, particularly its morphological and pedoclimatic diversity Guaranteed location for the cultivation of Chardonnay variety. The climate The conditions are characteristic of this region. The temperature in the highest areas is about 6°C lower than in the areas at the bottom of the valley. From April to October there are constant air movements of two land winds blowing at certain times of the day: warmer afternoon southerly wind ("now") and cool breeze in the morning from north. Yield per hectare: 60 hl Vinification: The grapes are used to emphasize the fruitiness of the wine macerated on the skins for a few hours before pressing. The grapes are then gently pressed and treated with a natural method Sedimentation clarified by the cloudy substances. The alcoholic fermentation takes place with pure cultured yeasts at a controlled temperature of 19 °C in large wooden barrels. Characteristic signs: Wine with an ample and colorful bouquet. Palette of fruit flavours. Juicy, tasty and of an inviting and lasting persistence. Colour: greenish yellow Aroma: characteristic, fruity of ripe banana and pineapple Taste: fresh, juicy, mineral, with a pleasant fullness Recommended food: Very versatile, excellent in combination with first courses, from vegetable minestrone to spaghetti with clams; exceptional with fish dishes or white meats Serving temperature: 10 - 12 °C Shelf life: 3-4 years