Vinea Electa

2023 Salento Chardonnay

The Cantine Leuce Vinea Electa showcases a delightful Chardonnay from the sunny region of Salento in Italy. Crafted from carefully selected grapes in the 2023 vintage, this white wine offers a harmonious balance of body, acidity, fruit intensity, tannins, and dryness. The wine emanates a charming golden hue and exudes vibrant aromas and flavors that captivate the senses. It is a testament to the winemaking expertise of the Salento region, reflecting the unique terroir and climate that contribute to the wine's exceptional quality and character.

Tasting notes:

Vanilla

Apple Pie

Butter

Pairs well with:

Seafood, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, Lemon Butter Scallops

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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