Description
We have always believed in the potential of Grechetto grapes. Through constant experimentation we have managed to express the unique characteristic of this variety.
The Grechetto grapes comes from old vines planted during 1970s. The grapes are westerly located at 200m above sea level. The soil is a combination of loam and clay with alluvial substrata Grapes are picked separately once the phenolic phases are completed.
| Year | 2021 |
| Gradation | 13,5 |
| Grapes | Grechetto 100% |
| Area of production | hilly slopes at 200m above sea level, south, south/westerly exposure |
| Name of the Cru | Torricella, Il Caio, Terzano |
| Type of soil | Loam and clay. |
| Training system | Spur cordon with 8/9 buds |
| Yeald per hectare | Max 80 q/ht |
| Harvest | Mid. September. |
| Vinification | The vinification process takes place in stainless steel tanks. The alcoholic fermentation lasts about one month at control temperature of 15°-18°C. |
| Ageing and affination | Once the alcoholic fermentation has taken place the wine is kept sur lees for two months to improve flavours and structure. The wine undertakes at least two months of affination in bottles before it is released to the market |
| Colour | yellow straw with green highlights |
| Nose | fruity with clear scent of pear, apricot and fresh almond |
| Taste | fresh impact at the palate with a nutty finish typical of the grape |
| Best with | white meat, turkey and rabbit, cod, semi mature cheeses |
