Chardonnay Ronc Platat 2023

Ronc Platat Chardonnay is an intense white wine, rich in aroma and with a well-balanced flavour. This noble Burgundy grape variety arrived in Friuli towards the end of the 19th century and immediately adapted very well to this terroir. Today, it produces wines of remarkable quality, distinguished by their ability to combine the typical varietal notes of the grape with a Mediterranean fruitiness, always supported by a vein of mineral freshness, a characteristic typical of the soils of this corner of Friuli on the border with Slovenia.

This Chardonnay comes from the Ronc Platat estate. The property covers approximately six hectares in the Manzano and Buttrio area, which has always been one of the most suitable areas in the Collio region. The vineyards are located on sunny hillsides, which are always well ventilated, and are managed according to the principles of organic farming. The climate is particularly mild, thanks to the breezes that blow in from the Adriatic Sea and the protection offered by the Julian Alps. The soils consist of sedimentary layers of marine origin, composed of calcareous marl and sandstone. They are stony and very well-drained, rich in mineral elements. At the end of the harvest, the best Chardonnay grapes are pressed whole very gently to extract only the free-run juice. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, using only indigenous yeasts. The wine matures for 9 months in French oak barriques on fine lees, also undergoing malolactic fermentation.

Ronc Platat Chardonnay is a splendid interpretation of one of the most famous international grape varieties, adapted to the specific characteristics of the Collio terroir, characterised by freshness and stony minerality. In the glass, it has a beautiful intense and bright yellow colour. The bouquet seduces with an elegant bouquet, expressing aromas of orange blossom, white flowers, notes of lime zest, ripe citrus fruits, aromas of yellow-fleshed fruit, peach, pineapple, mirabelle plum, delicate spicy and vanilla sensations, buttery softness, small pastries and hints of toasted dried fruit. The palate is harmonious and smooth, with a full and rich mouthfeel, dense and juicy aromas, leading to a fresh and pleasantly savoury finish.