“Monte Pistoza” vineyards in the village of Illasi, province of Verona. Altitude 250 m a.s.l., North-East and South aspect. Guyot training system. Limestone-clay soil with skeletal material and tufa. Yield approx. 100 q/ha.
HARVEST
Finest bunches harvested by hand during the month of October, at the peak of their phenolic ripeness.
VINIFICATION
The grapes are stripped and crushed, then macerated and fermented at a controlled temperature of 22-24°C for 8-10 days. Aged in oak barrels for 12 months and then in steel vats.
ALCOHOL CONTENT
13 % Vol.
COLOUR
Vibrant ruby-red.
AROMA
Velvety, toasted notes on the nose, with hints of ripe fruit.
FLAVOUR
Delicate and polished, with very subtle, soft tannins and an incredibly leisurely finish.
PAIRINGS
Excellent with flavourful first courses, red meats and cheese.