Chardonnay 'Cru Selection' Marjan Simcic 2019

Chardonnay Cru Selection is an intense white wine from the Marjan Simcic winery , one of the most appreciated interpreters of Slovenian enology. It is obtained from the single-variety vinification of only Chardonnay grapes, an "international" vine that expresses itself with finesse on the Collio. In the careful selection of the reference cru, the cellar identifies the ideal environment for this grape variety, which benefits from the mineral composition of the soil. The careful organic cultivation is followed by a manual harvest which allows us to identify the healthiest bunches. The grapes are left to ferment in contact with the skins for a couple of days in wooden vats. The first phase of refinement lasts almost two years and takes place in large oak barrels, and then continues for another six months in French barriques. After bottling, the wine rests for at least two months. Thanks to its structure, Chardonnay Cru Selection can be stored in the cellar for up to 5-6 years.