Climate |
Altitude: 250-400 m. a.s.l. Exposure: South. |
Harvest |
The manual harvest starts in the begining of September. After a careful selection, the bunches are laid, one layer high, on boxes, to preserve them in perfect condition. The are immediately chilled at a cold temperature for 12-18 hours before to be pressed. |
Vinification |
After a ligh cold maceration of 12 hours that takes place inside the press and in ocygen reduction, the grapes are gentle pressed. Then a natural decantin is followed for the nex 24 hours and slow fermentation for 15-20 days. A part of the wine is fermented in barriques and a part in inert vessels. |
Ageing |
The wine here matures on its lees for 3-6 months with frequent batonnage until bottling. |
Pairing |
Versatile white wine with personality. It pairs with fish and crustacean dishes, egg-based recipes, pasta with meat sauce from the courtyard. Ideal also with met, such as curry veal stew, chicken devilled style, duck beast. |