Solea Chardonnay DOC Roagna

Solea Chardonnay DOC Roagna: elegance and rarity from the heart of the Langhe

Solea Chardonnay DOC by Roagna is a white wine of strong personality, born from a historic vineyard in Pira, in Castiglione Falletto. Its identity combines the precision of Chardonnay with the artisanal sensitivity of the winery, creating a rare label, produced in very limited quantities and designed for those seeking a refined, authentic, and extraordinary Italian wine.

Territory and wine style

The wine comes from the geographical mention Pira, a historic area of the village of Castiglione Falletto, facing southeast on the slope between Serralunga and Perno. Here, the character of the territory expresses itself with great balance and depth. The vineyard has been owned by the family since 1989 and hosts a portion of Chardonnay planted in the mid-1980s, used for the production of Solea along with a share of nebbiolo. The result is a white wine with a cultured and territorial profile, with a style that combines structure, finesse, and complexity.

Tasting notes

Solea Chardonnay DOC presents itself with an elegant and measured style, capable of combining freshness and substance. On the nose, it offers refined sensations and good depth, with a profile that can evoke white-fleshed fruit, ripe citrus, and more complex nuances derived from wood aging. On the palate, it shows balance, volume, and tension, with a savory texture and a persistent finish. Fermentation in wooden vats and maturation in neutral oak barrels for about two years contribute to defining a broad, harmonious sip with great expressive seriousness.

Recommended pairings

This Chardonnay pairs effectively with structured fish dishes, shellfish, white meats, noble poultry, and mushroom-based preparations. It is also excellent with delicate risottos, soft cheeses, and not overly aggressive earthy cuisine. Its complexity makes it suitable for more meditative tasting moments, when one desires a white that can accompany food with depth and not just immediacy.

Serving temperature

To best appreciate Solea Chardonnay DOC, the ideal temperature is between 10 and 12°C. If the bottle is young, it can benefit from a few minutes of waiting in the glass or a brief oxygenation, allowing its aromatic profile and structure to express themselves more openly.

Why buy it

Choosing Solea Chardonnay DOC Roagna means bringing to the table a rare wine, produced in very few bottles, that interprets Chardonnay with a personal and authoritative style. It is an ideal choice for those seeking a niche white, capable of uniting territory, artisanal precision, and long-lasting presence in the glass. A wine to purchase online for important occasions, curated dinners, and to enrich one’s cellar with a label of great charm.