Ricciobianco Chardonnay
REGION: Toscana
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The Ricciobianco, or “white hedgehog,” can be seen in the Lanciola logo. Hedgehogs can be seen as a symbol of fertility & a connection to earth, just as our vines rely on their connection to the fertile earth they grow in.
Color: light golden yellow, with green reflections
Nose: fruity & sweet, with touches of yellow apples & pears, honey, flowers & vanilla
Flavor/Finish: silky & rich, with balanced acidity & a persistent fruity & spicy aftertaste
Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
Food Pairing: first & second fish courses, white meat
Process: aged for 6 months in Massif oak barriques, then 6 months in bottle
Serving Temperature: 50 - 54 °F
Alcohol: 13%
Awards:
IX Tuscany Wines Selection “Diploma d’onore” 2008