Elioro Chardonnay Langhe DOC

A Chardonnay from Piedmont that combines the best of two worlds: the Burgundian tradition of oak barrel aging and the brightness of northern Italian mountain sites.

Cordero di Montezemolo is one of the most famous wineries in the Langhe – primarily known for Barolo, but the family from La Morra also demonstrates clear craftsmanship with Chardonnay. The Langhe DOC allows international grape varieties outside the strict Barolo and Barbaresco zones; this is where white wines with real character are created.

After 9 to 10 months of aging in oak barrels, the Elioro shows ripe citrus fruit, grapefruit, and a hint of banana on the nose – complemented by the typical vanilla note of the barrel. On the palate, it feels full and dense without losing its freshness: a lively acid structure carries the wine into a long, slightly buttery finish.

Serving temperature: 10–12 °C. Pairs well with risotto with porcini mushrooms, pan-fried salmon trout, aged Pecorino, or a creamy pasta dish with sage butter.