Recanati Chardonnay Galilee 2009 - This Chardonnay was made from our Upper Galilee Chardonnay vineyards and aged sur lies, a techniques used to produce wines that are buttery, complex and rich in flavor.

 

The Vineyard

These Chardonnay grapes were harvested in the early morning hours in Recanati's Upper Galilee vineyards at Kibbutz Manara and Kerem Ben Zimra, at the foothills of Meron mountain. These well-nurtured and quality vineyards, with their high quality low crop load, are characterized by scents and flavors of white flowers, grapefruit, pineapple and tropical fruit.

 

Production

After being selectively handpicked, the grapes were transported in cold storage to the winery where they underwent cold and controlled pressing to allow the fruit to release the must gently without harming the seeds. Slow cold fermentation in a stainless steel tank helped to preserve the distinct flavor of the Chardonnay fruit. When the alcohol reached the level of 4%, the wine was transferred to French and American oak barrels for continued fermentation and aging. The wine remained with its sediment and developed flavors and scents of vanilla, butter and toasted bread that combined with the wine's fruit flavors and full, robust body.

 

Best Served

The wine can be drunk as an aperitif or with gourmet salads, gnocchi and pasta with cream, sea fish dishes and smokes salmon. Best served chilled.
Wine should be stored lying down in a cool, dark place. 

 

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