COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Alcoline
REGION
Odessa
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Short
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Bolgrad Select Chardonnay 2023 is a white wine produced by Alcoline in Ukraine. The Bolgrad brand has a history spanning over 110 years, with Alcoline aiming to combine tradition and modern techniques. This 100% Chardonnay is from the Odesa region, an area known for its unique terroir influenced by proximity to the Black Sea and Yalpug Lake. The wine is produced in limited quantities, with 4,800 bottles for the 2023 vintage. The 'Select' range, to which this wine belongs, has received recognition at wine competitions.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€11
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Produced in Ukraine, a region with over 110 years of winemaking tradition.
Fact 02
The Odesa region's terroir is influenced by the Black Sea and Yalpug Lake.
Fact 03
This wine is unoaked, highlighting the pure expression of the Chardonnay grape.
Fact 04
Available in Sweden via Systembolaget's order assortment.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Bolgrad Select Chardonnay 2023 is produced using 100% Chardonnay grapes. A key winemaking technique is its unoaked nature, which emphasizes the primary fruit characteristics of the grape. Fermentation is managed to maintain freshness and vibrancy. The harvest timing is considered to achieve a balance of ripeness and acidity. Alcoline's approach involves integrating traditional winemaking practices with modern technologies.
