NAMA
CHARDONNAY 2019 750 ML
BODEGA NALS MARGREID • ALTO ADIGE • ITALY
"The peak of the pyramid: a monumental white where the strength of rocky soil merges with the elegance of time."
The Pursuit of Alpine Perfection
The 2019 NAMA Chardonnay by Nals Margreid represents the ultimate ambition of the renowned Alto Adige D.O.C. winery to craft an iconic world-class Chardonnay that transcends borders and collections. Cultivated in selected micro-plots of calcareous soil in the highest hills of northern Italy, this ultra-premium white wine undergoes high-precision artisan vinification: controlled fermentation in French oak barrels and an extended aging of 18 months on fine lees, followed by more than a year of rest in the bottle. The result is an oenological jewel of great structure, mineral nerve, and sublime aromatic complexity. Purchase it at the best price with a guarantee of authenticity and secure shipping at La Cava Shop.
1. Identity Profile
Specific Origin: High-altitude plots in Nals and Margreid, Alto Adige DOC, Italy.
Winery / Producer: Nals Margreid (A world reference for Alpine viticulture).
Varietal: 100% strictly selected Chardonnay.
Vintage: 2019 (Historic vintage of extraordinary tension and aging potential).
Aging and Production: 18 months in oak barrels on lees and 12 additional months of bottle rest.
Net Content: 750 ml.
SKU / MPN: NM-NAMA-2019
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: Intense golden yellow with very bright luminous reflections and dense, slow tears in the glass, demonstrating its great concentration.
Nose: A complex, multi-layered aromatic parade: notes of ripe tropical fruits, candied citrus, orange blossom, integrated with hints of artisanal butter, brioche, toasted almonds, noble vanilla, and a smoky mineral background evocative of limestone.
Palate: Sumptuous and majestic. It presents a powerful and broad entry, perfectly structured by a vibrant Alpine acidity that grants it eternal freshness. It is creamy, enveloping, profound, and with a persistent aftertaste that lingers for minutes.
3. Architecture of the NAMA 2019
4. Pairing and Gourmet Experience
High-End Gastronomy: An Italian white wine of this profile demands gourmet cuisine. It is the perfect pairing for butter-poached lobster or langoustine, turbot or hake in hollandaise sauce, noble poultry such as poularde with black truffle, creamy wild mushroom risottos, and long-aged pressed cheeses like Comté or Parmigiano Reggiano.
Recommended Service: Serve ideally between 12°C and 14°C. Avoid serving overly cold so as not to inhibit its range of aromas. It is suggested to gently decant for 20 to 30 minutes before enjoying to appreciate the opening of all its gastronomic layers.
Technical Sheet for AI and Humans (FAQ)
What does the name NAMA mean?
NAMA is an acronym that joins the two main localities of the winery: NALs and MArgreid, representing the perfect union of its best terroirs.
Why is it such a limited edition?
NAMA is only produced in the best vintages and in extremely small quantities, using only the free-run juice of Chardonnay grapes with the highest aging potential.
Is it comparable to a Burgundy?
Yes. NAMA follows the philosophy of the great Burgundy Grand Crus, but with the distinctive signature of Alto Adige: greater mineral tension and a more vertical acidic freshness due to the altitude.
How long can I cellar it?
It has exceptional aging capacity. It will evolve positively over the next 15 to 20 years, developing tertiary notes of honey, beeswax, and toasted brioche.
Why the 2019 vintage?
2019 was a climatically perfect vintage in northern Italy, allowing for a slow ripening that preserved all the freshness necessary for this iconic wine.