Chardonnay 2021, 12.5%, 750 ml
- Multiple aromas
- Lemon yellow robe
- Balances the roundness
For this 2021 Chardonnay, the aromas are clean and straightforward, with fresh citrus fruit (lemon peel and zest) and green apple and yellow pear, with a light toasted note, not forgetting the vanilla aromas from the barrels with fresh notes.
Tasting notes
Description
The attack is gentle, then a slight bitterness and a lively acidity come into balance from the mid-palate. The pleasant acidity and subtle bitterness linger and bring the whole together. We love the delicate hint of minerality.
The texture is oily, with plenty of tropical fruit and lightly creamy flavours. The finish is bright, with a lovely hint of lime cordial and a balanced acidity.
The wine harmonises roundness and pairs well with creamy or butter-based dishes.
Crafted in the cool highland climate of Takayama village in Nagano, this 2021 chardonnay reflects the elegance of the Japanese alpine terroir. Grown at altitude, the grapes benefit from a long ripening season, with warm days and cool nights that preserve a vibrant acidity whilst allowing the rich, expressive fruit to develop.
Characteristics
Recommendation: ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOR YOUR HEALTH. DRINK RESPONSIBLY. DRINKING ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES DURING PREGNANCY, EVEN IN SMALL AMOUNTS, CAN HAVE SERIOUS CONSEQUENCES FOR THE CHILD'S HEALTH. THE SALE OF ALCOHOL TO PERSONS UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE IS PROHIBITED
Category: dry white wine
Volume: 750 ml
Bottle colour: bronze green
Product: White wine
Production notes
Wine type: dry
Quantity produced: Approximately 9,300 bottles
Grape variety: Chardonnay 100%
Origin of grapes: Takayama village, Nagano
Yeast type: Dry yeast
Fermentation method: destemmed, in stainless steel tank (71%) and small barrel (29%). Fermentation temperature: 16–21°C. Whole clusters
Filtration method: Decanting and filtration of the 20% at the bottom of the tank
Ageing method: stainless steel tanks and small oak barrels (40% new and 60% old) for a maximum of 8 months
Altitude: 480 to 770m
Latitude: 36°
Annual sunshine (hours): 2,080 hours
Average annual temperature: 12.9℃
Average annual rainfall: 1,075 mm
Soil type: Friable black topsoil (gravelly in the deeper layer)
Average vine age: 5 to 17 years
Training system: Vertical shoot positioning
Harvest method: Manual
Harvest year: Harvest year: 14 September to 29 October 2021, Bottling dates: 27 July to 4 August 2022
Slope direction: west, south-west
Ingredients & nutritional values
Origin
Location: 7926 Urahara, Takai, Takayama-mura, Kamitakai-gun, Nagano, Japan
Vineyard: own
Producer: SHINSHU TAKAYAMA WINERY
