Torrevento
Nero di Troia Castel del Monte Ottagono Riserva 2018
| Denomination | DOCG Castel del Monte Nero di Troia Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Apulia (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Uva di Troia |
| Aging | 8 months in cement - 12 months in wood (large oak cask) - bottle ageing |
- Name and grape variety: Castel del Monte DOCG Riserva, 100% Nero di Troia
- Ageing: 8 months in concrete, 12 months in large oak barrels, bottle ageing
- Aromas: blackberry, small red fruits, wild thyme, liquorice and spicy notes
- Taste and structure: full-bodied, warm, juicy, dense, balanced with a persistent finish
- Serving and pairings: decant for 1 hour at 18-20°C. Perfect with red meats, roasts and game
Description
What kind of wine it is
Ottagono Nero di Troia Castel del Monte Riserva by Torrevento is a robust and characterful red wine from Apulia. Made entirely from Nero di Troia grapes, it faithfully reflects the identity of Castel del Monte through its intense aromatic profile. On the palate, it is warm and juicy, supported by a dense and balanced structure. Visually, it stands out for its deep ruby colour enriched with violet highlights. It is the perfect companion for grilled red meats, flavourful roasts, game, and well-aged cheeses.
Where it comes from
The vineyards are located on the northern Murge plateau, in the area of Corato. The vines grow at the foot of Castel del Monte, between the Torre del Vento district and the Piana di San Giuseppe, at an altitude of around 480 metres. The calcareous and rocky soils, poor and marked by karst phenomena, encourage the roots to grow deep. The warm Mediterranean climate, refreshed by sea breezes, ensures excellent ripening, while the espalier training system contributes to a dense and savoury flavour profile.
How it is produced
The slightly late harvest begins in November to maximise the aromatic concentration of the grapes. Fermentation takes place in cement vats with a long maceration on the skins for balanced extraction. The wine then matures for eight months in cement and twelve months in large oak barrels, before completing its ageing in the bottle. This process develops a complex bouquet of blackberry, wild thyme, liquorice, and red fruits. On the palate, it reveals fleshiness and harmony, finishing with a long spicy aftertaste. It is recommended to let it breathe for at least an hour before serving.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1989, Torrevento enhances Apulian authenticity through sustainable agriculture at the foot of Castel del Monte. This fine Nero di Troia Riserva DOCG, an expression of the Piana di San Giuseppe vineyard, is born from a meticulous late harvest in November. The 2018 vintage, awarded by prestigious names such as Robert Parker and AIS, matures for eight months in cement vats and for a year in large oak barrels. An expert vinification that preserves the lively juiciness and elegant aromatic breadth of the grape variety intact.
Awards
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2018
87/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2018
4Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1989
- Oenologist: Leonardo Palumbo
- Bottles produced: 2.600.000
- Hectares: 500
Vineyards are only grown with autochthonous vines, following the dictates of sustainable agriculture. At the winery, the production method follows a non-excessively long maceration time and a non-excessive use of wood. Francesco Liantonio has been at the helm; there have been many interventions: the expansion of the vineyard area, investments in technology and innovation and the start of the process for quality certification. It has 500 hectares of vineyards and 2,600,000 bottles, yet it can amaze and innovate, producing wines combining large numbers and quality. Read more
| Name | Torrevento Nero di Troia Castel del Monte Ottagono Riserva 2018 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Castel del Monte Nero di Troia Riserva DOCG |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Uva di Troia |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Apulia |
| Vendor | Torrevento |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1989, Torrevento enhances Apulian authenticity through sustainable agriculture at the foot of Castel del Monte. This fine Nero di Troia Riserva DOCG, an expression of the Piana di San Giuseppe vineyard, is born from a meticulous late harvest in November. The 2018 vintage, awarded by prestigious names such as Robert Parker and AIS, matures for eight months in cement vats and for a year in large oak barrels. An expert vinification that preserves the lively juiciness and elegant aromatic breadth of the grape variety intact. |
| Origin | At the foot of Castel del Monte, in the Torre del Vento district, in the Piana di San Giuseppe vineyard (northern Murge plateau, Corato area, Apulia, Italy) |
| Climate | Warm Mediterranean climate tempered by sea breezes |
| Soil composition | Rocky limestone; limestone plateau with karst erosion features; poor, stony and dry soils |
| Cultivation system | Espalier, Guyot |
| Plants per hectare | 3500 |
| Yield per hectare | 6000 kg/hectare |
| Harvest | Late, early November |
| Production technique | Fermentation with long maceration on the skins in concrete vats; ageing 8 months in concrete, 12 months in large oak barrels and then in bottle |
| Wine making | Fermentation with prolonged maceration on the skins in concrete vats |
| Aging | 8 months in cement - 12 months in wood (large oak cask) - bottle ageing |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |