White
Sarnì
By Vicara, Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy
The estate's most prized white: an oak-aged Chardonnay in the winery's reserve collection, around 1,000 bottles. Sarnì means chosen in the local dialect. Alcohol 13%.
Tasting notes
Deep straw yellow with golden reflections. The nose is smoky, with dried fruit, withered white flowers and vanilla.
Pairs well with
Scallops gratinated with butter, pistachio and lemon zest; scampi and saffron risotto; potato soufflé with tufieno fondue and truffles; leek, hazelnut and sage quiche; salted caramel tarte Tatin; pastéis de nata.
Technical details
- Style
- White
- Denomination
- Piemonte Chardonnay DOC
- Grape
- Chardonnay 100%
- Production area
- Piemonte
- Vinification
- Long, meticulous ageing in oak barrels; limited production of around 1,000 bottles
- Serving temperature
- 8-10 °C
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