# Langhe Chardonnay (Diego Pressenda - La Torricella)

> White, Langhe Chardonnay DOC by [Diego Pressenda - La Torricella](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/diego-pressenda-la-torricella.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/diego-pressenda-la-torricella-langhe-chardonnay).

- **Producer:** Diego Pressenda - La Torricella
- **Style:** White
- **Denomination:** Langhe Chardonnay DOC
- **Grape:** Chardonnay
- **Production area:** Monforte d'Alba, middle of the hill
- **Soil:** Predominantly calcareous soil, practically clay
- **Exposure:** North-east
- **Harvest:** First week of September
- **Vineyard planting:** 1997-2011
- **Vinification:** Direct pressing of the grapes, alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature, then a few months' maturation in steel on its own lees before bottling young.
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25


## Summary

A fresh, mineral Chardonnay grown on calcareous, clay-rich soil halfway up the hill at Monforte d'Alba.

## Tasting notes

Crystalline, pale straw-yellow with greenish reflections. Aromas of pear and white flowers, with notes of minerals and exotic fruit. Crisp and fresh on the palate, full and persistent, with a lingering finish of lemon zest.

## Food pairings

As an aperitif, with seafood or fish starters, white meat, or first courses of meat and fish.