# Ad Majora Chardonnay (San Biagio)

> White, Langhe DOC Chardonnay by [San Biagio](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/san-biagio.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/san-biagio-ad-majora-chardonnay).

- **Producer:** San Biagio
- **Style:** White
- **Denomination:** Langhe DOC Chardonnay
- **Grape:** Chardonnay
- **Production area:** Small selected vineyards in the Langhe
- **Soil:** Calcareous marl, tuff and sandy veins
- **Exposure:** East-South-West
- **Harvest:** Usually the first ten days of September, by hand
- **Vinification:** Skin contact at 4 °C for 12 hours, flotation, slow fermentation for about a month at 14 °C, then 2 months on fine lees with weekly stirring, cold stabilisation and barrel ageing until April. Bottled and aged about 6-8 months before release.
- **Serving temperature:** 10-12 °C; drink within 5 years
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-05



## Summary

Floral, savoury Langhe Chardonnay from hand-picked grapes in selected vineyards, with barrel ageing until April.

## Tasting notes

Brilliant pale yellow. White flowers and fruit, citrus with grapefruit and exotic fruit. Soft palate with minerality that varies by vintage, balanced finish and lasting freshness.

## Food pairings

Aperitif, hot and cold starters, savoury pies, delicate first courses, shellfish, fish and white meats.