Chardonnay DOC 2022 Vigna San Francesco, Sicily Contea Scaflani Tasca d'Almerita

Chardonnay Vigna San Francesco Sicilia DOC 2022 by Tasca d'Almerita

Chardonnay Vigna San Francesco is a Sicilian white wine with a strong personality, crafted by Tasca d'Almerita, which interprets the international grape variety in a territorial and elegant way. From the Regaleali Estate comes a rich, harmonious, and gastronomic wine, capable of convincingly uniting aromatic intensity, structure, and freshness. It is an ideal choice for those seeking a substantial Italian Chardonnay, suitable for both dining and more attentive tasting moments.

Territory and wine style

The Sicilia Contea di Sclafani DOC here expresses a refined and authoritative face, thanks to the Vigna San Francesco, cultivated at altitude and influenced by a pedoclimatic context favorable to the balanced ripening of the grapes. The deep, clayey and slightly calcareous soils contribute to giving the wine solidity and finesse, while Tasca d'Almerita's interpretation enhances the natural freshness and typical sapidity of the territory. The style is modern, full, and precise, with a material component well supported by a lively and coherent taste profile.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents a rich and bright straw yellow color, a sign of a rich substance and a well-defined personality. The bouquet is intense and complex, with hints of ripe fruit, buttery notes, and enveloping nuances intertwined with a delicate touch of wood. On the palate, Chardonnay Vigna San Francesco shows a full body, softness, and warmth, but also a balancing freshness that lengthens the sip and supports its drinkability. The structure is significant, the texture is round, and the finish is long, savory, and persistent.

Recommended pairings

This Chardonnay Sicilia DOC is well-suited to accompany rich and well-constructed dishes, such as gratinated shellfish, seafood risottos, baked fish, and preparations with delicate sauces. It is also excellent with white meats, roast chicken, stuffed turkey, and semi-hard cheeses. Its complexity makes it interesting even with warm appetizers, international cuisine, and creamy recipes, where structure and balance find a natural pairing.

Serving temperature

To fully appreciate Chardonnay Vigna San Francesco, the ideal temperature is 10-12°C. A brief rest in the glass or an early opening of a few minutes can help to bring out the aromatic profile more clearly, especially if the wine is served with structured dishes. It's important not to over-chill, so as to fully enhance its richness, depth, and finesse.

Why buy it

Choosing this wine means bringing to the table an Italian Chardonnay with character, capable of telling the story of Sicily with contemporary style and territorial identity. Chardonnay Vigna San Francesco combines the authority of the winery, taste balance, and versatility in pairings, making it suitable for an important dinner as well as a personal selection of quality white wines. It is a bottle that convinces with its presence, elegance, and ability to stand out.