Chiaramonte Chardonnay Sicilia DOC

Terroir and wine-making

The choice to grow Chardonnay grapes on the estate of Dagala Borromeo is dictated by the qualities of a terroir with a dry and ventilated microclimate and with a strong thermal variation between day and night: these characteristics favor the ripening of the fruits, The optimum level is reached in the first ten days of August. In the cellar, the grapes are gently pressed and fermented at a controlled temperature. The vinification is completed with a 3-month aging on noble lees in stainless steel tanks with daily stirring.

Notes of taste

Straw yellow color and greenish reflections define the visual features of this white sicilian made by the winery Firriato. At the nose, the Chiaramonte Chardonnay reveals exotic aromas of pineapple, banana, mango and papaya. Finally, the elegant and satisfying taste, full and fresh, acidic and savory at the right point, closes with harmony and delicacy.

Wine at the table

With its typical aromas, the still white wine Chiaramonte Chardonnay Firriato goes well with soups, first and second courses of fish and crustaceans. The optimum serving temperature is 8-10 °C.

Curiosity

The name of the wine Firriato Chiaramonte is inspired by the ancient family Chiaramonte who arrived in Sicily in the fourteenth century following the Norman court; members of the noble house settled on the island, fascinated by its exceptional beauty, He held important posts in the service of King Peter and Louis of Aragon.