Nose
Sweet notes of acacia honey, dried fruit, citrus fruits and a slight hint of cinnamon on the nose.
Palate
On the palate it is rich, soft and enveloping supported by a pleasant freshness that makes it lively and pleasant.
Growing Conditions
PRODUCTION AREA: Pievasciata, Castelnuovo Berardenga
VINEYARD: Vineyards of Vallepicciola
ALTITUDE: 380/420 metres above sea level
SOIL TYPE: Limestone and clay with presence of marl and limestone.
PLANTING DENSITY: 5,000 plants per hectare
TRAINING SYSTEM: Spurred cordon
Harvest
Last ten days of August; yield per hectare 70 quintals.
Winemaking
After careful selection, the grapes are left to dry for months in the 1700 chapel on the estate until they lose 60% of their weight, after which the pressing takes place.
Aging
At least 5 years in small 50-litre barrels
Appearance
Dark amber colour with golden hues.
Food Pairing
Excellent with cream-based desserts and dry pastries, as traditionally with Tuscan cantucci. It goes well with mature and fossa cheeses. Excellent meditation wine.
