Brilliant , straw yellow hue. Ripe melon and papaya with Almond milk on the nose. Lush, ripe fruit on the palate surrounded by a core of bracing acidity. Rich mineral finish with tropical fruit overtones.

Gentle pressing,12 days of fermentation in steel tanks under controlled temperature (18° C/ 64° F), 1-2 months sur lies maturation, continual batonnage.

Originally from Burgundy, the Chardonnay grape has been cultivated in our mountainous region for decades with excellent results. The grape exhibits a wonderfully unique character that is specific to the terroir of the Aosta Valley.

Loose, sandy, moraine soil. North-eastern exposure. Altitude, 600 to 850 metres (1,968 to 2,788 feet)

harvested manually in the middle of September

with aperitif and appetizers, first courses (soups, pasta), cheese and herb based omelettes, fish, white and red roasted meat, medium seasoned cheese.