Description
APPELLATION
Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC)
GRAPE VARIETY
100% Aglianico
PRODUCTION AREA
Paternopoli (Av), Italy
VINEYARD
One hectare of Aglianico grapes, grown in rows in a vertical-shoot position, using spurred cordon. On clayey terrain with limestone deposits, with a density of 3,500 plants per hectare, located on the Contrada Cielo Ferraro.
HARVEST
The harvest is done by hand in mid October in the early hours of the day in small boxes to avoid crushing.
VINIFICATION
Pre-fermentative maceration of the grapes at 4- 6°C for ca. 24 hours, avoiding contact with oxygen. Subsequent racking through delicate pressing. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 16°C, for ca. 15 days.
MATURING
In steel tanks for circa 4 months, after which it is bottled.
ORGANOLEPTIC QUALITIES
Brilliant rosé colour, offering a fruity bouquet to the nose with hints of red fruits. Great freshness due to a good level of acidity, of medium structure, with a persistent finish and a noteworthy aromatic aftertaste.
FOOD PAIRING
Suitable for first and second light and fragrant dishes, particularly those of the Campania region. Furthermore, combines very well with pizza as well as young cheeses and salami.
SERVING TEMPERATURE
To be served at circa 12-14°C.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS*
Alcohol 12,00% Vol. Total acidity 5,90 gr/lt
*indicative values, vary per year
BOTTLE
Bordolese-style bottle of 75cl. Carton of 6 bottles, pallet of 105 cartons.
