This vintage of IL CUORE Chardonnay was produced from grapes grown exclusively in the cool coastal region of Mendocino County. Vineyards in this area invoke Chardonnays that are fresh with apple and pear flavors, complemented by floral nuances in the bouquet. A nine percent component of Viognier was blended to enhance aromas and add complexity on the palate.

The fresh, graceful style of IL CUORE Chardonnay results from cold fermentation in small stainless steel vessels and small components of barrel fermentation in mostly neutral French oak cooperage. The gentle use of oak in our wine making offers versatility with a wide range of foods.

IL CUORE Chardonnay is recommended with fish, shellfish, crab cakes, game birds, light pasta, vegetarian casserole and mildly spicy Asian cuisine.

IL CUORE (eel quarry) translates to “The Heart” from Italian, the language of romance. The name is also the title of the original watercolor by Dan Rizzie featured on our label. IL CUORE is a fitting tribute to the Italian immigrants who first planted the North Coast of California to vine in the nineteenth century.