C'eragià Chardonnay 2022 White Sicily DOC Tenuta Tascante Tasca d'Almerita

C'eragià Chardonnay 2022 Sicilia DOC: Etna elegance signed by Tasca d'Almerita

C'eragià Chardonnay 2022 by Tasca d'Almerita is a Sicilian white wine of great personality, born from a small vineyard of one hectare in the Rampante area, on the northern slope of Etna. It is a refined and territorial interpretation of Chardonnay, capable of uniting the international breath of the grape variety with the mineral tension and finesse typical of this extraordinary volcanic area. The production is limited and carefully detailed, with a profile designed for those seeking a characterful, precise, and gastronomic white wine.

Territory and wine style

The Sicilia DOC of this wine meets a vineyard located 740 meters above sea level, with a northern exposure and terraced soils on volcanic sediments. We are in the municipality of Castiglione di Sicilia, in a context that offers thermal excursions, slow ripening, and a very clear expression of the fruit. The 2022 harvest, carried out on August 24, benefited from a climatic trend that favored full and slightly late ripening. The vinification and aging in French oak barrels add complexity and depth, without overshadowing the fresh and vertical vocation of the wine.

Tasting notes

C'eragià Chardonnay 2022 presents itself as a white wine with good structure, tense and harmonious, with an interesting balance between fruit maturity and freshness. On the nose, it can express sensations of white and yellow fruit, ripe citrus, fine flowers, and delicate spicy and woody nuances derived from the wood. On the palate, it is dry, with lively acidity and a creamy but not heavy texture, supported by a sapidity that recalls the volcanic soil. The lack of malolactic fermentation helps preserve momentum and definition, while the finish promises good persistence and elegance.

Recommended pairings

It is ideal with structured seafood dishes, such as baked fish, shellfish, pasta with seafood, seared tuna, and swordfish recipes. Its personality also makes it suitable for white meats, noble poultry, grilled vegetables, mushrooms, and semi-hard cheeses. C'eragià Chardonnay 2022 pairs well with high-level Mediterranean cuisine, especially when there are creaminess, light toasting, or a delicate aromatic component present.

Serving temperature

Serve C'eragià Chardonnay 2022 at 10-12 °C to best appreciate its balance, freshness, and aromatic complexity. If possible, it is helpful to open it a few minutes before serving to encourage evolution in the glass; a decanter is not necessary, except for personal preferences or service at a very young stage.

Why buy it

This wine represents an interesting choice for those looking to purchase an original, elegant, and non-trivial Sicilian white online. The combination of Chardonnay, altitude, volcanic soil, and aging in French oak offers a distinctive profile, perfect for an important dinner or to enrich the cellar with a label of strong identity. C'eragià Chardonnay 2022 combines precision, territoriality, and the ability to evolve, with a modern style but authentically linked to Etna.