COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Boutari
REGION
Peloponnese
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Boutari Chardonnay 2021 is a dry white wine from the Peloponnese region of Greece, specifically P.G.I. Arcadia. Produced by the historic Boutari winery, founded in 1879, this 100% Chardonnay wine represents the producer's dedication to quality and the promotion of Greek wines. The winery's long legacy is built on a respect for tradition and a commitment to showcasing the potential of Greek terroirs. The Peloponnese, a region with a deep winemaking heritage, provides a suitable environment for cultivating Chardonnay, contributing to the wine's character.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€11
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Passed
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Boutari has been recognized multiple times as 'Winery of the Year' by Wine & Spirits Magazine.
Fact 02
The winery operates six estates across Greece, allowing for diverse grape varietal experimentation.
Fact 03
The Peloponnese region is one of Greece's oldest and most significant wine-producing areas.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Boutari Chardonnay 2021 is crafted from a carefully selected batch of Chardonnay grapes. The winemaking process begins with pre-fermentational extraction to maximize aromatic potential. Fermentation is initiated in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures (18-20°C) and then transferred to oak casks to complete. During this period in oak, the wine undergoes lees stirring (bâtonnage) to enhance volume and texture. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in oak barrels for 4 to 5 months, using a combination of French (Allier, Nevers) and American oak. This meticulous approach aims to balance the varietal's fruit characteristics with the nuanced complexity imparted by oak aging.
