WINE Ernesto Dellapiana was a pioneer of Chardonnay in the Langhe; as evidence of this, the first planting dates back to the 1970s. The company has always dedicated the slopes with the least sunny exposures to this variety, thus aiming for maximum freshness. The decision not to use “wood” either in fermentation or in refinement underlines the search for a tense and mineral style. The citrus hints and pleasant acidity favor its drinkability.
Serving temperature: 8-10°C.
VINIFICATION
Harvest:
by hand in crates, between the end of August and the beginning of September (with possible variations depending on the seasonal climate trend). Pressing and Fermentation: After harvesting, the grapes are immediately soft-pressed. Alcoholic fermentation then begins at a controlled temperature; malolactic fermentation is not carried out.
Refinement:
in steel tanks for approximately six months with repeated battonages; bottling takes place in the spring following the harvest.
PRODUCTION AREA
Altitude : 230 - 300 m above sea level Exposure : East, North-East. Soil composition : marly-calcareous with sandy veins. Year of planting : 1978 - 1982. Training system : Guyot.
