Chardonnay Riserva 'Grici' Renato Keber 2016

The Chardonnay “Grici” by Renato Keber is a white wine from Friuli whose aromas, elegant and graceful, represent a truly exciting business card. What strikes is indeed the articulation of the bouquet, capable of harmoniously uniting varietal touches with the tertiary aromas imparted by the wood during aging. The positive judgment on this bottle continues in the mouth, where the guiding thread of the sip is minerality. A label of personality, which will satisfy lovers of Chardonnay: try it to believe. 

The “Grici” Renato Keber is a pure Chardonnay that originates from different plots scattered within the Collio Friulano. Among the rows, the chosen approach is organic, which bans the use of herbicides and systemic products. The terroir is characterized by the presence of sandy marls, which constitute that “ponka” that dominates the scene in much of Friuli. After a brief maceration in contact with the skins, the must ferments in oak tonneaux. The the final phase of aging splits, and first involves a maturation of 12 months in tonneau and then, once the aging is complete, a period of one year to be spent in glass, before being put on the market.

The Chardonnay “Grici” branded Renato Keber lights up to the eye thanks to a distinctly golden color, endowed with a beautiful intensity. Layered is the nose, which evolves with a special complexity, telling a whirlwind of fruity and floral notes with a thousand shades, where sweet and honeyed references are also appreciated along with more spicy nuances. On the palate, it has a good structure, with a warm and velvety sip, which develops with a decidedly mineral taste. It closes with a finish endowed with excellent persistence. A white perfect for accompanying both fish recipes and preparations where white meat is presented in stew, accompanied by a tasty tomato sauce.