Chardonnay 2020 Sicily County of Sclafani DOC, San Francesco vineyard MAGNUM

Chardonnay 2020 Sicily Contea di Sclafani DOC Magnum

The Chardonnay 2020 Sicily Contea di Sclafani DOC, San Francesco vineyard MAGNUM by Tasca d'Almerita is a white wine with a strong identity, capable of uniting the finesse of the grape variety with the personality of the Sicilian territory. It is born in the Regaleali Estate, in a historic vineyard planted in 1985, and interprets Chardonnay with a balanced style, tense yet generous, made even more interesting by the Magnum format, ideal for enhancing evolution and presence at the table.

Territory and wine style

The Chardonnay Sicily Contea di Sclafani DOC designation expresses an internal hilly context, where altitude and soil types help preserve freshness and aromatic precision. The San Francesco vineyard is located about 530 meters above sea level, with a southeast exposure and deep, clayey and slightly calcareous soils. These conditions favor an elegant interpretation of Chardonnay, with good structure but without sacrificing the more savory and lively aspects of the wine. The choice to work the must and wine in French oak barrels contributes to defining a more complex and enveloping style, while still keeping the focus on balance.

Tasting notes

This Sicilian Chardonnay presents a rich and harmonious profile, where the fresh component interacts with a full and well-supported body. On the nose, it can offer sensations of yellow-fleshed fruit, ripe citrus, white flowers, and delicately oaked nuances, integrated with a mineral trace consistent with the territory. On the palate, it shows good structure, a dry and progressive sip, supported by freshness and a savory texture that extends the finish. The fermentation and aging in wood give it volume and complexity, without overshadowing the varietal purity.

Recommended pairings

The Chardonnay 2020 Sicily Contea di Sclafani DOC, San Francesco vineyard MAGNUM pairs easily with structured fish dishes, shellfish, white meats, mushroom risottos, creamy pasta dishes, and medium-aged cheeses. It is also suitable for baked preparations and richer Mediterranean cuisine, where its freshness and softness find a nice balance.

Serving temperature

The ideal temperature to serve this wine is between 10 and 12°C. If the wine has been stored at room temperature, it may be helpful to gradually chill it and let it breathe in the glass for a few minutes, to enhance the aromatic expression and the harmony of the sip.

Why buy it

This Chardonnay represents an interesting choice for those looking for an Italian white with character, elegant but not trivial, crafted by a reference winery like Tasca d'Almerita. The Magnum format makes it particularly suitable for important dinners, wine gifts, and convivial moments where a wine capable of standing out for its personality, balance, and gastronomic versatility is desired.