JEAN LEON VINYA GIGI | CHARDONNAY 2023 75cl

Jean Leon Vinya Gigi Chardonnay is the ultimate expression of Mediterranean elegance, an estate wine that pays homage to the daughter of the now famous film promoter. It originates from a unique plot planted in 1967, in the heart of the Penedès, where the calcareous soil and cool microclimate impart personality, tension, and purity to the Chardonnay.

Cultivated under organic practices since 2008, its harvest is manual and selective. Fermentation, partly in French oak barrels and partly in stainless steel and concrete, gives life to a complex and balanced wine. Its aging on lees for 6 months provides texture, depth, and a delicate spicy contribution.

Characteristics

Vintage: 2023
Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
Wine Type: Estate white wine aged on lees
Winery: Jean Leon (D.O. Penedès)
Vineyard: Vinya Gigi, planted in 1967, 9 ha, certified organic farming
Format: 750 ml
Alcohol: 13.5% vol.
Aging: 6 months on lees in French oak barrels, plus further refinement in bottle
Serving Temperature: 8–10 °C

Tasting Notes

Bright straw yellow color.
The nose displays elegant intensity: white and tropical fruits —apple, peach, pineapple— harmonized with delicate toasty notes, soft spices, fresh almond, and a fine mineral and lactic touch.

On the palate, it is creamy, delicate, with vibrant acidity that supports its structure and a long, silky finish. Notes of preserved citrus, quince, fresh walnut, and an elegant smoky touch emerge.

Awards and Recognitions

92 points in the Guía Peñín 2025 (2022 vintage)

Gold Medal Vinari 2024 (2022 and 2023 vintages)

Silver in Decanter 2024 and IWC 2024 (2022)

Food Pairing

Perfect with fatty fish such as sea bass or salmon, creamy seafood, creamy rice dishes, sautéed mushrooms, poultry in light sauce, and semi-cured cheeses. Its acidity and finesse make it an ideal companion for celebrations.