Growing region: for this wine we use grapes from selected vineyards located in the Überetsch at an altitude of 450 - 530m above sea level. The special composition of the soils - characterised by barren gravel and clay soils with limestone deposits - gives the wine its name.
Vinification and ageing: the grapes are picked by hand and delivered in small containers. After the grapes have been pressed, the must is clarified by natural sedimentation. 50% of the grape must ferments and matures in stainless steel tanks and 50% in large wooden barrels. After fermentation, only part of the must undergoes malolactic fermentation. After 6 months of ageing on the fine lees, the wine matures in the bottle before it is released for sale.
Wine portrait: the Chardonnay grape variety is becoming increasingly important in Girlan. Sparse clay soils, low yields and gentle vinification bring a lot of freshness, good structure and unique character of origin into the glass. Marna Chardonnay is versatile and goes excellently with vegetarian starters, rich fish dishes and also with white meat.