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Villa Russiz Chardonnay CRU Grafin De La Tour DOC Collio 2015

Villa Russiz Chardonnay CRU Grafin De La Tour DOC Collio 2015

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Description

Excellent as an aperitif with quality medium-aged cheeses and fragrant cured meats, perfect to accompany structured first courses, hearty soups such as seafood chowder, refined cuts of white meat, possibly grilled, and fish.

Wine Details

Type: White Wine
Style: Full-bodied, Creamy
Grape Varietal: Chardonnay
Tastes Like: Comparable to a Napa Valley Chardonnay, with golden apple, pineapple, and white flowers, finishing with a touch of hazelnut.
Alcohol Percentage: 14%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Region: Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
Terroir: Marl and sandstone soils
Aging: 12 months in oak barrels
Serving Temperature: 10-12°C

Winery

Villa Russiz is a historic estate in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, known for its elegant and refined wines. The Chardonnay CRU Grafin De La Tour exemplifies their dedication to crafting world-class whites.

Food Pairings

Seafood: Lobster thermidor or seared scallops.
Poultry: Roast chicken with creamy mushroom sauce.
Vegetarian: Butternut squash ravioli or leek and potato gratin.
Meat: Pork medallions with apple compote.

Cheese Pairings

Brie: Soft and creamy, enhancing the wine's richness.
Comté: Aged and nutty, complementing the wine's complexity.
Triple Cream Cheese: Decadent and indulgent, matching the wine's creaminess.
Pecorino Toscano: Salty and firm, balancing the wine's structure.

Recipe

Butternut Squash Ravioli

Ingredients:

  • 250g fresh pasta sheets
  • 1 cup butternut squash, roasted and mashed
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 6 sage leaves
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Mix roasted squash, Parmesan, and egg yolk in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Cut pasta sheets into squares. Place a teaspoon of filling in the centre of each square and fold into triangles, sealing edges.
  3. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook ravioli for 3–4 minutes.
  4. In a pan, melt butter and fry sage leaves until crisp. Toss cooked ravioli in the sage butter.
  5. Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan.

Tip: Pair with Villa Russiz Chardonnay for an exquisite meal.

Tags: Chardonnay, Fruili, Italy, Structured-white, White-wine

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