The first Chardonnay made by Santa Sarah is vintage 2005. It is a special wine that embraced both traditional and modern winemaking techniques. At the time, Chardonnay wines were very popular worldwide, and the team at Santa Sarah wanted to create a wine that stood out from the crowd while still staying true to the grape's rich history. One of the ways they achieved this was by fermenting and ageing the wine in new French barrels, which is a traditional technique used to add depth and complexity to Chardonnay. At the same time, they wanted to retain the wine's freshness and intense fruit. Not far from the Black Sea coast, Santa Sarah Wine Estate takes on a new challenge, planting its own vineyards and growing grapes with sustainable practices that also speaks to Santa Sarah's commitment to producing high-quality wines that are also environmentally responsible. And the unique characteristics of the land from which the grapes were grown likely helped to give the wine its own individual expression, with bright and focused flavors, a kiss of oak, a concrete egg hug and pure, intense fruit.
Alcohol by volume, %
13.50
Total acidity, g/l
5.90
Residual sugar, g/l
2.00
Bottle sizes available
750ml x 4000
Closure type
DIAM5
Bottling
2023
Serving temperature
10 °C / 52 °F
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation of 70% of the must undergoes in Egg shaped concrete vessel. The remaining 30% of the must is fermented in new and used oak barrels, with a capacity of 225 liters and 500 liters for a period of 4 weeks. Partial malolactic fermentation, under strict temperature control.
Ageing
After alcoholic fermentation and malolactic fermentation are complete, the wine is aged on its lees. This ageing takes place in oak barrels and Egg shaped concrete vessels for 4-6 months. During this time, periodic batonage has been performed. After the ageing period is complete, the wine is bottled and aged for an additional 1 month before it is released on the market.
Tasting notes
Vibrant yellow color with slight greenish hues. Aromas of ripe yellow fruit, nutty and toasty notes, and a hint of butteriness. On the palate, the wine is round and well- balanced with a hint of minerality. The finish is long and persistent with a touch of salinity.
Food pairing
Pairs well with raw seafood delicacies, mussels with light sauces, vegetable terrines and appetizers, light grilled fish, poultry dishes with delicate spices, mature cheeses. It can also be consumed on its own. Its structure and complexity can be appreciated on their own, without the need for food pairings.