“Somereto” Chardonnay Alto Adige DOC 2024

Cantina Andrian | South Tyrol
Kellerei Terlan Gen. Landw. Ges. | Silberleitenweg 7 | IT 39018 Terlan

01100224 · 0,75 l · 16,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping< 24 units available

On the well-aerated limestone-porphyry soils between 260 and 380 metres, the world's most widespread white grape variety thrives to southern Alpine perfection. These medium altitudes around Andriano provide the ideal microclimate for Chardonnay: Mediterranean warmth with night-time cooling for optimum flavour development. The grapes are hand-selected, fermented at a controlled temperature in stainless steel and matured on the fine lees for six months, giving Somereto its characteristic creaminess and texture.

Pale straw yellow in the glass with greenish reflections. The bouquet is full of intense fruit: ripe bananas blend with tropical flavours of mango and passion fruit, accompanied by notes of peach and quince. On the palate, the Chardonnay is full-bodied and harmoniously structured with perfectly integrated acidity. The six-month ageing on the lees gives it a silky fullness and complexity without masking the lively freshness. The finish is persistent and long with a hint of citrus fruit and mineral notes. SUPERIORE.DE

"Smooth and light-bodied, this fresh white wine offers a balanced and concentrated blend of Gala apple, white flowers, grated ginger and blanched almonds. A tangy tangerine zest acidity lingers on the finish." Wine Spectator

"A fairly neutral, floral and fruity style, reminiscent of spring blossom, peaches and winter melon. Light in body, with lively, tingling acidity and a long finish." James Suckling

"The 2024 Chardonnay Somereto is wickedly fresh as nectarines combine with mint and sweet smoke. It is round and nearly creamy in feel, with crisp mineral tones to balance as white pit fruits sweep across the palate. It finishes with medium length and a sensation of liquid stone as nuances of chamomile fade." Vinous