Nose
It’s aroma hints at honey, toasted almond and vanilla.
Palate
Sweet and rich taste, balanced by vibrant acidity that enhances the clean, rich and elegant taste. Candied fruit, citrus, apricot and dried figs are the dominant notes. Very long persistent finish.
Growing Conditions
2011 was an exceptionally warm summer with almost no rain. The harvest was one of the earliest ever, with grapes fully mature at the beginning of September.
Zone of production: Monti in Chianti (SI)
Location: Cantina, Arbia
Altitude and orientation: 260-370m. s.l.m. Sud, S-W
Soil: Clay, and limestone rock
Age of vineyard: 19 years old
Training system: Guyot
Plant density per hectare: 5500
Harvest
Hand-picked.
Winemaking
The bunches of Trebbiano and Malvasia are then carefully selected and left to dry in well-ventilated rooms. Fermentation with wild yeast and ageing take place in small oak casks.
Aging
7 years in cask and oak barriques
Appearance
Golden amber, brilliant color.
Food Pairing
Typical Tuscan desserts. Excellent with blue cheeses or liver paté.