COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2015
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Bianco
PRODUCER
Medolago Albani
REGION
Lombardy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Medolago Albani Valcalepio Bianco is a white wine from the Valcalepio DOC in Lombardy, Italy. Produced by Medolago Albani, it is a blend primarily of Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio, with regulations allowing for Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco to constitute at least half the blend. The winery is situated in Trescore Balneario, amidst a historic 16th-century village, and the estate includes an 18th-century manor house and a 16th-century cellar. The Valcalepio region itself has historical French influences on its winemaking techniques. The 2015 vintage benefited from favorable weather conditions, including a mild winter and a sunny, dry September, contributing to a high-quality harvest.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€22
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are situated at altitudes up to 400 meters.
Fact 02
The estate features a historic manor house and a 16th-century cellar.
Fact 03
Part of the Valcalepio DOC Protection Consortium.
Fact 04
Lombardy wine tourism movement member.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Medolago Albani Valcalepio Bianco is produced using soft pressing of the grapes, followed by fermentation with strict thermal control. This controlled fermentation is crucial for preserving the delicate aromas and freshness of the blend. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging in steel tanks, a process designed to maintain its vibrant fruit character and crispness. The 2015 vintage benefited from favorable weather conditions, including a mild winter and a sunny, dry September, which contributed to the quality of the harvested grapes.
