A wine of great character
- Extension: 0.6 hectares
- Altitude: 290 m a.s.l.
- Exposure: South
- Soil: Sandy-loam with abundant presence of limestone
- Grapes: 50% Croatina, 40% Barbera, 10% Uva Rara
- Planting year: 1990
- Training system: Espalier – Guyot
- Plant density: 4500 plants/hectare
- Yield: 6,5-7 tons/hectare
- Harvest: Manual, selection of the grapes at harvest.
- Vinification: Destemming, delicate pressing, maceration with the skins in concrete tanks at a controlled temperature for 10-12 days, with daily pumping over, then it is drawn off and alcoholic fermentation ends, generally also malolactic fermentation takes place at this stage. Subsequently, two rackings are carried out and the wine is placed in concrete tanks where it remains to refine for one year. After having been racked, the wine is bottled without filtration.
- Color: Intense ruby red with impenetrable violet notes.
- Aroma: Ample and intriguing, berries, cherries and berries prevail wild strawberries. Light spicy finish of candied fruit.
- Flavour: Fruity and juicy, balanced and harmonious with a good tannic texture. Persistent and with a pleasant aftertaste. The exposure of the vineyard allows the ideal ripening of the tannins.
- Serving temperature: 16 ° -18 ° C. It’s pleasant to appreciate its initial freshness and experience the evolution of its aromas as the wine warms in the glass.
- Pairings: Excellent with cured meats, risotto with pumpkin and braised meats.
