Simera

Salento Chardonnay

The Castello Monaci Simera is a vibrant Chardonnay from the sun-kissed vineyards of Salento. This white wine exudes elegance and finesse, with a delightful balance of body, acidity, fruit intensity, tannins, and dryness. The Chardonnay grapes from this region offer a beautiful expression of the terroir, showcasing notes of crisp apple, citrus, and a hint of tropical fruits. The Castello Monaci Simera is a perfect companion for warm evenings and gatherings, adding a touch of sophistication to any occasion with its refreshing and nuanced flavors.

Tasting notes:

Peach

Vanilla

Almond

Pairs well with:

Roasted Chicken, Lobster Mac and Cheese, Chicken Alfredo Pasta

Region:

Puglia

The heel of Italy's "boot," sunny Puglia (the "g" is silent), is famed for its olive oils, almonds and of course, its rich, full-bodied wines. Although dry and intensely hot in the summer, Puglia has coastlines on three sides, providing cool Mediterranean breezes to alleviate the daytime heat. Primitivo (known in the US as Zinfandel) does well here, with other popular red varieties including Sangiovese and Negroamaro. But it is not all about reds in Puglia: the local Fiano grape produces gloriously nutty, tropical-flavored white, while Falanghina makes intensely fruity wines with citrus blossom notes.

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