| Production
area: |
Montalcino - Siena - Locality Sant'Angelo in Colle. Hilly lands enjoying a favorable
southern position.. |
| Vineyard: |
The “Piani”. Average height: 200 m above sea level. |
| Grapes: |
Chardonnay. Selected clones coming from Burgundy.
Vintage 2006 yield: 46 q/ha. Manual harvest, characterised by a rigorous grape selection.
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| Vinification: |
Grapes are chilled at 10°-12° C in a conditioned cellar. Soft pressing was followed by
an overnight decanting of the juice to allow settlement of the rough impurities.
Fermentation took place for 15 days at temperatures between 20°C and 22°C in
French oak barriques. After the alcoholic fermentation, the wine is kept on the yeasts
and frequently stirred up (bâtonnage) until the following spring. Malolactic
fermentation was partially done: only half of the barriques went through it. |
| Refining: |
6 months in bottle. |
| MAIN
FEATURES |
| Colour: |
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| Bouquet: |
The use of not only new barriques
enhances the varietal character. The
gentle vanilla spices from the oak are
integrated with great harmony, giving
further complexity without being too
forward. |
| Flavour: |
The first strong impression is given by the
typical and pleasant varietal fruit. The taste
is full, soft and complex with a well
balanced crisp acidity. |
| Alcohol
content: |
13.5% vol |
| Total
acidity level: |
4.9 g/l |
| Serving
temperature: |
10 - 12° C |
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