Schola Sarmenti Candora Chardonnay 2024 Wine (75cl)

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Schola Sarmenti Candora Chardonnay is a beautifully expressive white from the sun-soaked vineyards of Salento in southern Italy, capturing the warmth and generosity of Puglia while maintaining a refined balance of freshness, texture and aromatic depth. Full, velvety and elegantly structured, this is southern Italian Chardonnay at its most characterful.

Why You'll Love It

Schola Sarmenti is one of Salento's most respected producers, farming vineyards in one of Italy's most ancient wine-growing regions with a focus on quality, precision and the expression of local terroir. Candora is their Chardonnay, crafted from 15-year-old vines trained in the spalliera system with Guyot pruning, with carefully managed yields to ensure fruit concentration and quality. The result is a wine of great character, balance and persistence that over-delivers at its price point.

Vineyard & Production

Chardonnay vines around 15 years old are planted at a density of 4,200 vines per hectare with yields carefully managed at approximately 7,000 kg per hectare. Grapes are hand-picked and gently placed into airy crates to preserve their integrity before fermentation at controlled temperatures in stainless steel tanks.

Tasting Notes

Fresh floral aromas mingle with notes of exotic fruit and a delicate hint of vanilla spice on the nose. The palate is dry, full and velvety, with a beautifully harmonious structure and an elegant, lingering finish. A wine of great character, balance and persistence.

Perfect Pairings

Ideal with grilled seafood, creamy risottos and roasted chicken with Mediterranean herbs. Also excellent with soft cheeses, light pasta dishes and seafood antipasti.

Grape Variety

Chardonnay 100%