Zareen

BLEND

86% Chardonnay, 14% Sauvignon Blanc.

Planted between 1998-2011 on Limestone and calcareous soil

METHOD AND PRODUCTION

Bottles Produced: 766 (75cl); 47 (150cl)

Chardonnay harvested at two different stages to maintain acidity and balance.

Fermentation at 16°C in stainless steel, followed by aging in new French oak barrels for 14 months. The wine underwent three months of bâtonnage (lees stirring) and full malolactic fermentation (MLF) to enhance texture and complexity.

Alcohol: 13.5% ABV

APPEARANCE, NOSE & PALATE

Appearance: Pale in intensity with a lemon-green hue, showing youthful vibrancy and signs of great aging potential.

Nose: Medium-plus intensity with a layered profile. Primary aromas include stone fruits such as peaches, apricots, and nectarines, with subtle hints of banana and citrus lemon. Secondary aromas reveal biscuits, bread, brioche, butter, cream, cheese, and notes of yeast from the winemaking process. Oak aging contributes nuanced notes of cloves, cumin, cinnamon, vanilla, charred wood, and cedar. Tertiary aromas from oxidation and bottle aging introduce nuts like almonds, hazelnuts, marzipan, and caramel, alongside mushroom, honey, and toast.

Palate: Dry with medium-plus acidity and a full body. Medium alcohol and medium-plus intensity deliver a structured and elegant experience. Flavors mirror the nose, with a long, lingering nutty and buttery finish that showcases its delicate yet complex character.

Last tasted on: 28/12/2024

WINEMAKER’S NOTES

Zareen 2021 is a fresh-bodied wine with excellent structure, offering a refined balance of buttery richness and elegance. Its delicate complexity and oak influence make it an exceptional white food wine.

Serving Temperature: 12°C

Optimal Drinking Period: Best enjoyed between 2022 and 2038 

FOOD PAIRING

Zareen 2021 complements rich, structured dishes with finesse. Enjoy it with roast stuffed pork or roast turkey with chestnuts and gravy, where its buttery notes and acidity balance the savory flavors. It pairs beautifully with fried rabbit with garlic or Maltese sausage cream pasta, enhancing the depth of these hearty dishes. For a sophisticated pairing, try it with seared scallops in a white wine butter sauce, chicken supreme with morel mushrooms, or veal piccata. Each pairing celebrates the wine’s elegant balance of freshness and complexity.