THE WINE
The Chardonnay of the Lis Neris winery comes from Chardonnay grapes grown in the owned vineyards located between the municipalities of San Lorenzo, Corona and Romans in the province of Gorizia; we are on a plateau where the soil is mainly gravelly and calcareous, and these vines, in particular, have an average age of fifteen years. It is also essential to know that the Lis Neris winery raises its vineyards following integrated pest management protocol without using chemical herbicides.
THE WINEMAKING
The harvest is strictly manual and only occurs when the grapes are perfectly ripe. The harvested grapes are carefully selected, and only the best bunches are taken to the cellar for winemaking. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks; the wine then matures in the same steel tanks, on the lees for about eight months with frequent bâtonnage. After bottling, the wine rests in the cellar for a few more months before being placed on the market.
THE TASTING
Straw yellow with greenish reflections. The aroma is elegant, with pleasant fruity notes alternating with floral ones; notes of lime alternate with hints of lily of the valley and puffs of plum to close with scents of peach. Savoury and soft on the palate, this Chardonnay from the Lis Neris winery is a fresh and persistent wine with a good correspondence between aromas and taste.
FOOD PAIRINGS
It goes well with fish and white meats but also with soft cheeses. Try it with pasta with shellfish sauce.