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.