Identity
| Producer | Contadi Castaldi |
| Year | 2024 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 100% Chardonnay |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Bright yellow with soft golden reflections |
| Aroma | Rich nose with evident notes of exotic fruit, white flowers, with background tones of tobacco, sweet almond and vanilla |
| Palate | Savory palate with traces of minerals, lively fragrance and pleasant acidulous vein |
| Finish | Pleasant finish with mineral traces and fresh acidity |
| Food Pairing | white meat, fish, vegetarian dishes, seafood, appetizers |
| Serving Temp | 10-12°C |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 11.5 |
| Aging Process | Maturation partly in stainless steel tanks (about 70%) and partly in oak barrels (about 30%) for 7 months |
| Fermentation | Fermentation in stainless steel tanks after soft pressing |
Terroir
| Soil | Vineyards in Adro, Capriolo, Cazzago, San Martino, Erbusco |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Hand-picked grapes from selected vineyards in Franciacorta area |
Interesting facts
| Contadi Castaldi winery represents a perfect synthesis of the history of Franciacorta, known for exceptional agriculture since the 16th century |