Chardonnay 'Jalé' Cusumano

Sicilia DOC • Sicily • Cusumano
Category
White Wines
Winery
Cusumano
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Sicilia DOC
Alcohol
13.5%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation in barrique of 225 litres controlled temperature
Aging
6 months in barrique of 225 l and 6 months in bottle
Grape varieties
Chardonnay 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This Sicilia DOC captures the distinctive personality of Sicily terroir. With 13.5% alcohol, it strikes a confident balance between body and freshness. Crafted from Chardonnay 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It presents bright acidity with fresh mineral notes and excellent varietal expression. The fruit is sourced from vineyards piana degli Albanesi, at 700-800 metres above sea level on clayey soils with South exposure. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation in barrique of 225 litres controlled temperature. The wine is aged 6 months in barrique of 225 l and 6 months in bottle. A wine reflecting the mineral intensity of Sicily's volcanic soils.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Shellfish and crustaceans
🍽️ Fresh seafood and fish
🍽️ Grilled vegetables with olive oil
🍽️ Fresh mozzarella and light cheeses
🍽️ Seafood risotto
🍽️ Mediterranean salads

About Sicily Wine Region

Volcanic soils around Mount Etna impart a distinctive mineral character found across many Sicilian wines.

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