Origin |
Estate vineyards, in the southern hills of Montalcino. |
Climate |
Estate vineyards, in the southern hills of Montalcino. Altitude: from 170 to 230 meters above sea level. Position: Hillside. |
Soil composition |
Yellowish brown colour, topsoil tend to be clay, calcareous with abundant rounded stone. |
Vinification |
The alcoholic fermentation of the grapes lasts for 8/12 days at 24°-26°C until the last 3 days when the temperature is brought up to 30°C. |
Ageing |
The malolactic fermentation that takes place in French oak barrique where the wine is aged for a long period. An appropriate bottle fining follows. |
Pairing |
Ideal with soups, grilled meat and medium aged cheeses. |