COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Bodegas BSI
REGION
Murcia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Gémina Chardonnay is a 100% Chardonnay white wine from Bodegas BSI, produced under the D.O.P. Jumilla appellation in Murcia, Spain. The Gémina line is named after the ancient Roman designation for Jumilla, reflecting a connection to the region's history. Bodegas BSI, established in 1934, is a prominent winery in Jumilla, recognized for its dedication to the Monastrell grape, environmental stewardship, innovation, and social engagement. The Gémina wines are considered the winery's top tier. This particular Chardonnay is cultivated in cool, high-altitude vineyard sites, a factor that influences its aromatic complexity and acidity. The winemaking process involves fermentation in barrels, contributing to the wine's structure and character.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Gémina is the ancient Roman name for Jumilla.
Fact 02
Grapes are grown at high altitudes for slow maturation.
Fact 03
Bodegas BSI is the leading producer in D.O. Jumilla.
Fact 04
Vineyards are often ungrafted and over 30 years old.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Gémina Chardonnay is produced from 100% Chardonnay grapes cultivated in high-altitude, cool vineyard sites within the D.O.P. Jumilla region. The vines are often ungrafted and over 30 years old, yielding less than one kilogram of fruit per vine. Vinification involves fermentation in fine-grained French oak barrels at low temperatures (16-18°C). Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging in new American and French oak barrels within a controlled environment known as 'Sala Gémina'. Bodegas BSI's winemaking approach is guided by a philosophy of environmental respect, innovation, and a commitment to showcasing the terroir of Jumilla.
