Nose
The scents are of apples, citrons, lime, and blood oranges, with a pleasant hint of almond brittle.
Palate
This wine caresses the lips elegantly and in the mouth is sapid, dry and silky, coherent between the nose and mouth feel.
Growing Conditions
The four hectares of gently sloping vineyards are located on the eastern edge of the Rive di Refrontolo denomination.
The area enjoys a beneficial micro climate and temperature excursions that enhance this elegantly balanced, complex Brut.
- ALTITUDE: 240 m.s.l.m.
- TYPE OF SOIL: clay with sandstone subsoil
- GROWING METHOD: modified cappuccina
- PLANT DENSITY: 3500 ceppi per ettaro
Harvest
September
- PRODUCTION PER HECTARE: 130q/ha
Winemaking
- WINEMAKING: Off skins by gentle pressing
- PRIMARY FERMENTATION: Static decantation and temperature controlled fermentation
- FOAMING: 30-40 days
- FINING: 1-3 months
- SPARKLING WINEMAKING METHOD: Refermentation in big tanks “Charmat Method”
- PRESSURE: 5 atm
Appearance
The colour is clear yellow with blond highlights.
Food Pairing
Despite its strong personality, it is versatile and goes well with all food, from fish to white meat, delicate cold cuts and medium-hard cheese.
