# Sarnì (Vicara)

> White, Piemonte Chardonnay DOC by [Vicara](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/vicara.md), Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/vicara-sarni).

- **Producer:** Vicara
- **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
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

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.

## Food pairings

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.