{"product_id":"2022-kurtatsch-freienfeld-chardonnay-riserva","title":"Kurtatsch, \"Freienfeld\", Chardonnay Riserva, Südtirol Alto Adige DOC, 2022","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Alpine Chardonnay from Südtirol Alto Adige\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"teaser-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThis Chardonnay presents a striking sense of stylish opulence, opening with a complex bouquet of ripe citrus and exotic fruits, delicately framed by choice roasted notes, coconut, and a whisper of vanilla. On the palate, it is remarkably round and velvety. There is a flawless balance between the rich fruit concentration and a bright, appealing acidity that provides exceptional structure and lift. It is a multifaceted, highly elegant wine that impresses in its youth while possessing the pedigree for excellent aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFermentation in barriques followed by ageing (incl. batonnage) for 12 months with partial malolactic fermentation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"score\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAgeing on the fine lees for 6 months in large oak barrels, min. 6 months of bottle ageing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"name\"\u003eRobert Parker - Monica Larner | 94\/100 Pts\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"name\"\u003eDecanter World Wine Awards | \"Platinum\" 97\/100 Pts \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"score\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:  \u003c\/strong\u003eIdeal now through 2034\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing: \u003c\/strong\u003eTry pairing this Chardonnay with herb-roasted chicken, butter-poached lobster, or pan-seared halibut. It is also an excellent match for a rich wild mushroom risotto, veal in a cream sauce, or a selection of creamy and nutty cheeses such as baked Brie and aged Gruyère \u003cspan\u003e| 🌡️ Served slightly chilled, between \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12 -14 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"teaser-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eReferred to by the winery as \"the charming one,\" the Freienfeld represents a meticulous selection from the finest Chardonnay vineyards surrounding the historic village center of Kurtatsch. The guiding philosophy here is a deep respect for the land, with cultivation practices closely attuned to nature to preserve the true authenticity of the site. By honoring these natural rhythms and focusing on origin, the growers have crafted a highly expressive, premium alpine Chardonnay that reflects the very best of their village.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.custom-html-container,\n.custom-html-container * {\n  background-color: transparent !important;\n  box-shadow: none !important;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Remove any inherited top margin *\/\n  \n}\n\n.custom-html-container {\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Ensure container has no top space *\/\n  padding-top: 0 !important;\n}\n\n.custom-html-container .global-button {\n  background-color: #35174D !important;\n  color: #ffffff !important;\n  border: 2px solid #35174D !important;\n  display: inline-flex;\n  padding: 25px 40px;\n  font-family: Futura, sans-serif;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  font-weight: 400;\n  line-height: 110%;\n  text-decoration: none;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  transition: background-color 0.3s ease, color 0.3s ease;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Explicitly remove top margin *\/\n}\n  \n.custom-html-container .global-button:hover {\n  background-color: #ffffff !important;\n  color: #35174D !important;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center;\" class=\"custom-html-container\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"global-button\" href=\"\/collections\/cantina-kurtatsch\"\u003eBrowse our Cantina Kurtatsch Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Whelehans Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55977704587608,"sku":"200031","price":49.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/kurtatsch-chardonnay-riserva-freinfeld-2022-whelehans-wines-dublin-wine-store.jpg?v=1764770643","url":"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/products\/2022-kurtatsch-freienfeld-chardonnay-riserva","provider":"Whelehans Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}