Damilano 'G.D.' Langhe Chardonnay 2023

In Short

A full-bodied Piedmont Chardonnay with ripe stone fruit, subtle oak, and mineral spine that balances richness with bright acidity.

Quick Facts

• Region: Piedmont, Italy
• Variety: Chardonnay
• Style: Full-bodied white
• Best For: Dinner, fine dining

Why We Stock It

Damilano makes wines of real balance and restraint from Piedmont, and this Chardonnay shows why northern Italy's take on the grape matters. It sits well above the everyday level without being pretentious, and it works for someone who wants richness with a backbone of mineral acidity.

Tasting Profile

This is a wine built on tension between ripe fruit and fresh acidity.

• Aroma: Ripe stone fruit, hazelnut, mineral undertones
• Palate: Citrus, green apple, creamy texture
• Structure & Finish: Bright acidity, clean finish, persistent

Winemaking

Damilano ferments and ages this Chardonnay in oak, allowing the wine to develop texture and complexity while retaining its mineral character and fresh acidity.

Serving & Pairing

Serve between 50 and 55 degrees Fahrenheit without decanting. This wine pairs well with simple butter pasta or risotto, and it is equally at home with roasted halibut or other white fish. The acidity cuts through cream sauces and keeps pace with richer preparations.

The Estate

Damilano is a family estate in Barolo territory with a long history of winemaking in the Langhe. They work across multiple varietals and styles, balancing traditional Piedmont expression with modern technique.

Terroir

The Langhe zone in southern Piedmont sits at the intersection of Alpine and Mediterranean climates, creating cool nights and warm days that build acidity and complexity in white wines. Soils here are clay and limestone, giving wines their characteristic mineral edge and structure.