Chardonnay Cardellino Alto Adige DOC - Elena Walch 2022

Name: Chardonnay Cardellino Alto Adige DOC - Elena Walch
Brand: Elena Walch
SKU: GIU-9175
Price: 26.72 EUR
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100% Chardonnay · Alto Adige DOC · 75 cl · 2022

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Producer	Elena Walch
Name	Alto Adige DOC
Variety	100% Chardonnay
Vintage	2022
Gradation	13.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Fruit, orange peel, lemon, lime blossom, minerality, tobacco
Vinification method	Soft pressing; fermentation 20°C; portion in barrique
Residual sugars	0.0 g/L
Region	Alto Adige
Production area	Vineyards 300–400 m, calcareous soils
Country	Italy
Type	White
Aging	35% in barrique 6 months; bottle aging
Type of cask	French oak barriques, large wooden casks, steel tanks
Color	Intense straw yellow
Serving temperature	12-14°C
Recommended consumption	Consume within 3–5 years
Pairing	Aperitif, starters, smoked salmon, fish, creamy pasta, fried fillets

Descrizione

The Chardonnay Cardellino Alto Adige DOC by Elena Walch is a white wine made from Chardonnay that reflects a modern style from the estate. It shows a clear, clean aromatic profile: notes of white-fleshed fruit and citrus alternate with delicate floral hints, while a balance of freshness and smoothness defines its character. The structure is pleasant and restrained; the finish tends toward modest persistence, without excess. This approach makes the wine suitable for everyday drinking as well as informal occasions.

At the table, it pairs with lightly seasoned seafood, baked or grilled fish and vegetable-based dishes, as well as fresh, medium-aged cheeses. A cool but not too cold serving temperature is recommended to appreciate its aromas; allowing the bottle a short time to breathe can enhance its olfactory expression. Overall, it is a versatile offer for those seeking a clean, approachable Italian white wine.

The winery

Elena Walch – Winery in Alto Adige / Südtirol (Trentino‑Alto Adige)

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Family-run winery based in Termeno/Tramin (Alto Adige). Known for terroir-driven wines and its single-vineyard 'Vigna' sites (e.g. Castel Ringberg, Kastelaz); long associated with Elena Walch and today involving the fifth generation (daughters Julia and Karoline).

Region: Alto Adige / Südtirol (Trentino‑Alto Adige)

Country: Italy

Grapes: Gewürztraminer, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Nero, Schiava, Bronner, Lagrein, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Syrah, Sauvignon, Riesling, Müller-Thurgau, Blauburger

Vigna "Kastelaz": an iconic single vineyard above Tramin, the source of the famous Gewürztraminer Vigna "Kastelaz" and of a Merlot Riserva. Vigna Castel Ringberg: monopole/reference site near Lake Caldaro. Grande Cuvée "Beyond the Clouds" as a premium label. Declared commitment to sustainability. International recognition and regular presence in specialized guides and magazines.

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Winery history

Trained as an architect, Elena Walch raised the international profile of her family estate by modernising vineyard and cellar practices and emphasising single-vineyard expression. In recent years leadership has been progressively assumed by her daughters Julia and Karoline (fifth generation).

Production philosophy

Strongly terroir-driven approach: emphasis on single 'Vigna' sites, manual vineyard work, sustainability-oriented practices and careful cellar ageing (e.g. French barriques and extended bottle ageing).

Terroir and vineyards

Estate and vineyards located in Alto Adige/Südtirol (Termeno/Tramin, Caldaro). Calcareous and varied soils; climate combining summer warmth with cool Dolomite winds. The producer cites Vigna Castel Ringberg as a single vineyard of about 20 hectares; Vigna Kastelaz is a steep terraced site above Tramin.

Awards and recognitions

The winery and individual wines regularly appear in rankings and guides: among the acknowledgements are mentions in James Suckling, Gambero Rosso, and listings in guides such as Veronelli, VITAE and Doctor Wine.