Passobianco Terre Siciliane IGT

Description :

Passobianco is a unique expression of the encounter between Chardonnay and the loose, deep soils of the contrade Guardiola and Montedolce where it digs its roots into pure lava dust and rocks, rich in minerals. The Chardonnay grows on the steep terraces of these contrade between 850 and 1.000 meters /2,788 and 3,280 feet and develops an expression of joyous elegance and deep minerality. This wine springs from the vision of Andrea Franchetti who was a natural pathfinder wherever he went. This characteristic is deeply imbedded in the Passopisciaro DNA.
Winemaking: 10% of the grapes underwent cold maceration to enhance their aromatic profile, while the rest were whole-cluster pressed to preserve freshness and minerality. ​Alcohol fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures between 22-24°C /71-75°F, followed by malolactic fermentation in concrete tanks.
Aging: The wine was aged on the lees, with 90% in concrete tanks and 10% in large oak barrels, without bâtonnage.