{"product_id":"ca-del-bosco-curterfanca-chardonnay-2003","title":"Ca Del Bosco Curterfanca Chardonnay 2003","description":"\u003cp\u003eCa’ del Bosco Chardonnay 2003 is a powerful, fully evolved white wine from one of Lombardy’s most respected producers. Born in the exceptionally warm 2003 vintage, it combines ripe concentration, oak-aged depth, and the kind of precision that has made Ca’ del Bosco a benchmark name in Franciacorta and Curtefranca.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows a deep golden color with amber tones, already hinting at its maturity. The nose is intense and layered, with ripe tropical fruit, dried apricot, honey, butter, toasted nuts, vanilla, and a subtle touch of spice.\n\nThe palate is rich and full-bodied, with a creamy, almost oily texture and beautifully integrated acidity. Long oak aging and extended bottle maturation have given the wine notable complexity and a rounded structure, while the finish lingers with notes of caramel, nuts, mature fruit, and gentle spice. This is a wine at its peak now and best enjoyed in its current state of maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes come from vineyards in the Franciacorta\/Curtefranca area of Lombardy, where limestone and moraine-rich soils contribute structure, lift, and minerality. The 2003 vintage was marked by extreme heat across Europe, producing very ripe fruit with high concentration; Ca’ del Bosco adapted harvest timing and winemaking carefully to preserve balance. Fermentation and aging took place in oak barrels, followed by a long period of bottle aging that further integrated the wine and softened its textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis mature Chardonnay is an excellent match for rich seafood dishes, roast chicken, lobster with butter sauce, veal, creamy pasta, or mushroom-based dishes. Serve at 11–13 °C, and if possible, open the bottle a little before serving to let the wine fully unfold; decanting is generally not necessary, but can be helpful if you want to separate any sediment or give the aromas a gentle lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCa’ del Bosco is one of Italy’s most acclaimed wine estates and a leading name in Lombardy’s Franciacorta region. Founded with a strong commitment to quality and precision, the estate is known for meticulous vineyard work and highly exacting cellar practices. Over the years, Ca’ del Bosco has earned a reputation for producing wines of exceptional finesse, structure, and consistency, helping define the prestige of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ca del Bosco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54256147366225,"sku":"EOW-CAD-HVID-2003-075","price":174.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/IMG_8241_82442236-dbf3-45af-8247-6e79613311d8.jpg?v=1783462906","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/ca-del-bosco-curterfanca-chardonnay-2003","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}