Nose
The bouquet is at first floral before giving way to a broad fruity aroma of crunchy green apple and Williams pears.
Palate
The flavour is dry, fresh, delicate, agile, spirited and balanced, with a long finish.
Growing Conditions
- Variety: Glera (min. 85%) and other local white grape varieties (max. 15%).
- Location: hills of Valdobbiadene – Conegliano.
Harvest
September.
Winemaking
- Vinification: off the skins at a controlled temperature of 16°C. Slow second refermentation in large sealed vats at 14-15°C.
- Bottle pressure: 5.5 atm.
Appearance
This wine is light straw yellow with bright greenish highlights, a compact, soft foam and a fine, generous and persistent perlage.
Food Pairing
Ideal as an aperitif and throughout the meal. This wine goes particularly well with fish-based dishes, delicate vegetable dishes and white meats. Simply wonderful with tempura.