Vumbaca
Cirò Bianco 2023
| Denomination | DOC Ciro' Bianco |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Calabria (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Greco bianco |
- Name: Cirò DOC still organic white wine made exclusively from Greco Bianco (2023)
- Vinification: Gentle pressing and cold fermentation without malolactic fermentation
- Sensory profile: Pale greenish-yellow colour; delicate aroma, dry, fresh and savoury taste
- Pairings: Ideal as an aperitif, with fish, vegetables, shellfish, soups and cheeses
- Serving: 0.75 l bottle; temperature 10–12 °C; storage 3–5 years
Description
What kind of wine it is
Vumbaca Cirò Bianco is a Calabrian white wine made from Greco Bianco grapes grown organically. In the glass, it displays a bright yellow colour with lively greenish highlights. On the nose, it offers a delicate and elegant aroma, which consistently anticipates the character of the wine. On the palate, it reveals a dry and well-defined structure, standing out for its fresh and savoury sip in excellent gustatory balance.
Where it comes from
This oenological expression originates in the territory of Cirò, from vineyards situated at around seventy metres above sea level. The south and south-east exposure ensures perfect ripening of the grapes. The vines sink their roots into clay-sandy soils and partially calcareous terrain, fundamental elements for defining the aromatic profile. The Vumbaca winery is distinguished by the restoration of old vineyards cultivated with the traditional alberello system, an agricultural practice that encourages the concentration of the bunches while preserving the integrity of the rural landscape.
How it is produced
Vineyard management follows the principles of organic farming, respecting the natural rhythms of the plant. The manual harvest, carried out at the beginning of September, ensures maximum integrity of the bunches. In the winery, after gentle pressing, a cold fermentation takes place, a technique aimed at preserving the primary aromas of the grape variety. The absence of malolactic fermentation allows the wine's lively acidic drive to be maintained, with its evolution carefully overseen by the oenologist Giuseppe Liotti.
History and Curiosities
The roots of the Vumbaca winery date back to 1984, born from a deep love for the Calabrian land. The heart of the project lies in the valuable restoration of the old bush-trained vines, a symbol of the company also celebrated in its logo. The estate enhances native grape varieties, such as Greco Bianco, cultivating its six hectares of vineyards according to the principles of strict organic and sustainable agriculture. From manual harvesting to the production of 20,000 bottles overseen by oenologist Giuseppe Liotti, every step highlights the authenticity of the region.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
- Start up year: 2019
- Oenologist: Giuseppe Liotti
- Bottles produced: 20.000
- Hectares: 6
I haven't come from a family of winemakers for generations, my mother was a teacher, my uncle the secretary of the Liceo Scientifico in Cirò while my grandfather was involved in other things. It was they who passed on to me a love for the land and a hobby that over time turned into a real job and a lot of passion. In addition to the first six hectares of land in Sant'Anastasia, over time the company expanded to the districts of Fedduraro, Frandina and finally Piana di Franze.
Today, Vigneti Vumbaca is based in Cirò and extends over an area of about 13 hectares, of which about six are cultivated as vineyards with spurred cordon and sapling training systems, on partly hilly, medium-textured clayey-sandy and clayey-calcareous soils. All organically managed.
The company takes care of its vineyards by following cultivation traditions and restoring the old vines cultivated using the alberello system (hence the company logo), focusing on native vines such as Gaglioppo and Greco Bianco, with a focus also on Pecorello. Read more
| Name | Vumbaca Ciro Bianco 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | White organic still |
| Denomination | Cirò DOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Greco bianco |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Calabria |
| Vendor | Vumbaca |
| Story | History and Curiosities The roots of the Vumbaca winery date back to 1984, born from a deep love for the Calabrian land. The heart of the project lies in the valuable restoration of the old bush-trained vines, a symbol of the company also celebrated in its logo. The estate enhances native grape varieties, such as Greco Bianco, cultivating its six hectares of vineyards according to the principles of strict organic and sustainable agriculture. From manual harvesting to the production of 20,000 bottles overseen by oenologist Giuseppe Liotti, every step highlights the authenticity of the region. |
| Origin | Cirò, Calabria |
| Soil composition | Clay-sandy, partly clay-calcareous |
| Cultivation system | Spurred cordon; restoration of old bush-trained vines |
| Plants per hectare | 5000 |
| Yield per hectare | 70-80 quintals per hectare |
| Harvest | First ten days of September (manual harvest in crates) |
| Fermentation temperature | Cold |
| Production technique | Cold fermentation with soft pressing |
| Wine making | Cold fermentation with gentle pressing. Malolactic fermentation: not carried out. |
| Year production | 20000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |