Chardonnay Terre d'Otranto CHARÁ DOC CASTELLO MONACI
| Sommelier score | 91/100 | 2026 |
| Winery | CASTELLO MONACI |
| Denomination | Terre d'Otranto Doc |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Grapes | 100% Chardonnay |
| Alcohol content | 13,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | LE/2648 |
| Winery headquarter | Castello Monaci - Salice Salentino (LE) - Contrada via case Sparse |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Steamed fish Hors d'oeuvres, Warm fish appetizers, Cold cuts and salami, Fresh cheese, Grilled Fish, Ravioli pasta with pumpkin, Risotto with vegetables, Stuffed squids |
| Region | Apulia (Italy) |
| Style | Fruity |
| Wine list | Chardonnay |
It is the richest and most structured white wine of the Castello Monaci line. This label has a distinct French imprint thanks to the woods in which it matures but with a tropical mood thanks to the aromas it releases. Chará means "joy" in archaic Salento, it is this feeling that you feel when you taste it, and the philosophy that prompted the company to produce it. The grape variety used for its vinification is that of 100% pure Chardonnay. The origin of the grapes lies in the territory of Salento, south of Puglia. The vinification involves the use of wooden barrels and is harvested in two different periods.
Chardonnay Salento Chara Castello Monaci’s features
An intense straw yellow colour. The perfume releases intense aromas of tropical fruit and toasted notes of almond paste on the nose. The taste on the sip is warm, soft, enveloping, with a pleasant hint of vanilla.
Suggested food pairings while tasting this Chardonnay Salento Chara Castello Monaci
A versatile and fragrant wine, Charà can accompany a summer meal based on vegetables, fish and shellfish, but also goes well with seafood risotto and traditional Salento cod dishes. The optimal serving temperature is 10 ° C in a high and wide glass.
