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Wenlock Cellars

Bell’Aja Bolgheri Bianco DOC 2023

Bell’Aja Bolgheri Bianco DOC 2023

£27.50
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This beautiful Bolgheri Bianco is the latest exciting project to come from the Bell'Aja Estate. The quality speaks for itself here - the sandy soils of La Maremma are where Vermentino thrives, bringing freshness and salinity, whilst a dash of Viognier adds floral lift and texture.

Production

Produced predominantly from Vermentino grapes cultivated in the silt and sandy soils of vineyards near Castagneto Carducci. The grapes are harvested at the end of August / start of September.

Tasting notes

Aromas of citrus and jasmine. The palate is fresh with bright acidity, floral notes, white peach and hints of thyme. Bright with a long, mineral finish.

Food match

Enjoy with fresh fish


  • ABV

    12.5%

  • Bottle Size

    75cl

  • Region/Country

    Toscana, Italy

  • Grape

    Vermentino 90%, Viognier 10%

  • Features

    Vegetarian, Vegan

  • Closure

    Cork

  • Winemaker

    Leonardo Bellaccini

  • Appellation

    Bolgheri DOC

  • Allergen info

    Contains sulphites and no other allergens

    Bell'Aja

    Italy

    www.sanfelice.com/en/estates/bellaja-bolgheri

    Meet the Producer

    The Bolgheri DOC (established in 1994) runs parallel to the Tuscan coast, bordering on the Ligurian Sea. The proximity to the coast brings light into the vineyards, and the moderate temperatures ensure a slow and regular ripening period for the grapes - maintaining fresh acidity and aromas.

    The winery has 13.5 hectares of vineyard in the Bolgheri zone. 6 hectares are situated in the northern area of the DOC called Le Sondraie – just a couple of kilometres from the coast and due west of Siena. Vines here are around 10-15yrs old and planted in the sand-silt soils typical of the region (vineyard acquired in 2016).

    In addition they have recently acquired a further 7.5ha of vineyard (and a further 3.5ha to be developed) further south. Vines here were planted from 2000 – and they are also investing in a new winery building.

    International varieties dominate the region and this estate is no exception – with Merlot (4ha) and Cabernet Sauvignon (2ha) at Le Sondraie, and predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Syrah cultivated at their newer site.

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