Rocche dei Manzoni – Langhe Chardonnay L’Angelica – 2023

If you’re looking for some French-style white wines from the Langhe that are superb, well-known, yet more affordable, Rocche dei Manzoni’s Angelica remains an excellent choice. Following the great success of their sparkling wines and their successful venture into Chardonnay, they decided to produce a white wine for the first time in 1989, following the so-called “modernist trend” that was gaining traction in the region. This was no random choice, nor was it a novelty; the idea was to use a portion of the vineyard in Monforte to take advantage of the higher elevations and clay soils, thereby achieving greater structure and longevity. With controlled yields of 60 quintals, vinification takes place in barriques, including malolactic fermentation, followed by 18 months of aging in French oak (50% new) plus an additional 12 months in concrete. The elegance of the wood is the first impression upon tasting; the aromas are a blend of banana and toasted notes, while the creaminess and fullness reflect the winery’s style, with acidity and opulence perfectly balanced in a thoroughly enjoyable wine.

• Producer: Rocche dei Manzoni
• Name: Langhe Chardonnay L’Angelica
• Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
• Vintage: 2023
• Alcohol Content: 13%
• Bottle Size: 750 ml
• Production:

Productive Notes: vinified in barriques, aged for 18 months in French oak barrels (50% new) followed by 12 months in concrete tanks.

Wine naturally contains solphites