Germano Angelo 2023 ZOI Langhe Chardonnay DOC Italian White Wine 75 cl 14%

The Barolo winery Germano Angelo is best known for red wine, but ZOI shows that they can also craft a refined, full-bodied Chardonnay.

Expert's Description

Germano Angelo ZOI Langhe Chardonnay DOC 2023 is a White Wine from Piedmont, Italy made from 100% Chardonnay, bottled at 14% ABV.

The Germano Angelo winery, founded in Barolo in 1908, is primarily known for its red Langhe wines, but ZOI shows the house's skill with white grapes. The wine offers depth and complexity, combining elegance with a lovely richness.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Intense aroma with notes of tropical fruit such as pineapple, banana and apricot.

Palate

Dry with fine structure, medium to high acidity and a full body, with fruity notes of apple, vanilla and mild chocolate.

Finish

Pleasantly long.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve chilled at 10-12°C in a white wine glass. Pairs with white meat, creamy pasta dishes and mature cheeses.

Specifications

Name: ZOI 2023
Producer/Winery: Germano Angelo
Region/Country: Piedmont, Italy
Appellation/Classification: DOC Langhe Chardonnay
Grape Variety(ies): 100% Chardonnay
Vintage: 2023
ABV: 14%
Size: 75 CL
Vegan: No
Serving Temperature: 10-12°C
Decanting Recommended: No
Glass Type: White Wine Glass

Flavour Profile

Rich · Tropical · Dry · Refined

Did You Know?

Langhe DOC was created in 1994 as a flexible designation, allowing Piedmont's producers to experiment with grape varieties like Chardonnay outside the stricter classic appellations.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Germano Angelo ZOI Langhe Chardonnay 2023

Which grape is the wine made from?

100% Chardonnay.

What does the wine taste like?

Tropical fruit such as pineapple, banana and apricot, with apple and vanilla on the palate.

What food pairs with the wine?

White meat, creamy pasta dishes and mature cheeses.

Who makes the wine?

The Germano Angelo winery, primarily known for its red Langhe wines.

What does DOC Langhe mean?

A flexible designation from 1994 that allows producers to experiment with grape varieties like Chardonnay.