In 1986, Elio decided to plant a small section of his vineyard to Chardonnay with a design to "educate" the grapes to showcase the terroir of Monforte d'Alba. In 1990 they released their first vintage, and we would say the the Chardonnay has indeed learned to express the terroir. Grasso's "Educato" Chardonnay is fermented and aged in French oak barriques. The wine still maintains an elegant and sharp acidity to buttress ripe tree fruits and a creamy mouthfeel. Enjoy this Chardonnay with fuller flavored fish but also with roast chicken or grilled pork.