Aurente Chardonnay di Torgiano DOC - Tenuta di Torgiano

Aurente Chardonnay di Torgiano DOC - Tenuta di TorgianoThe Aurente Chardonnay di Torgiano DOC - Tenuta di Torgiano by Lungarotti shines straw yellow in the glass with intense golden yellow reflections. The bouquet opens with rich, elegant and varied aromas of white and tropical fruit, peach, banana, pineapple, citrus fruit, yellow flowers and sage, with fine, sweetish wood notes reminiscent of vanilla, butter, white chocolate and coconut in the background. On the palate, this Chardonnay matured in wood delights with its harmonious elegance, soft and delicate taste, good structure and lively, well-balanced acidity, which gives it a refined, fresh note. The finish is very long-lasting and exceptionally persistent. Vinification of the Aurente Chardonnay Torgiano DOC Tenuta di Torgiano by Lungarotti These grapes for this excellent Chardonnay grow in vineyards on medium slopes on sandy, slightly loose soils with deep calcareous layers. The Aurente is vinified from 100% Chardonnay, the grape harvest takes place at the beginning of September. After the cold maceration process, the wine is fermented entirely in barriques and aged for 6 months on the fine lees, using the batonnage technique, which is used less and less towards the end. After bottling, the Aurente matures in the bottle for a few more years before being released for sale. This wine shows a sunny and strong temprament, paired with an exceptional freshness for a Chardonnay from central Italy. The Aurente owes these characteristics to the terroir in which it is produced, as well as the meticulous work in the vineyard to harvest the grapes at perfect ripeness and acidity. The Aurente Chardonnay from Tenuta Torgiano has a potential of 15 to 20 years if stored correctly. The name comes from the Latin word for gold, aurum , and reflects the preciousness of the color, taste and aromas of this special wine. Dining recommendations for the Aurente Chardonnay Torgiano DOC from Lungarotti Enjoy this refined Chardonnay from Umbria in a generous wine glass as the perfect accompaniment to creamy risotto preparations or risotto with truffles, fish with sauce or in the oven, white meat in general, lamb fricassee, medium-ripe, spicy and flavorful cheeses. Awards for the Aurente Chardonnay Torgiano DOC Tenuta di Torgiano by Lungarotti Gambero Rosso: 1 glass for 2015 Wine Spectator: 91 points for 2015 James Suckling: 93 points for 2015 Doctor Wine: 90 points for 2015 Bibenda: 3 grapes for 2015 Luca Maroni: 92 points for 2015