Nose
delicate floral notes of violets with fruity hints of blueberries and blackcurrant
Palate
impressive with its typical bitter nuances on the palate, well structured, full-bodied and velvety, with a touch of bitter cocoa and delicious forest fruits on the finish
Growing Conditions
altitude: 230 – 300 m
soil: calcareous and porphyritic gravel, sand and loam
age of the vines: 20 to over 100 years
slope exposure: west 50 %, south-west 40%, south 10%
climate: extreme interplay between sunny days influenced by the Mediterranean climate and cool nights marked by the cold downslope winds from the surrounding mountains
Harvest
beginning to mid-October
Winemaking
After manual harvest, the grapes are delivered in small bins. Fermentation takes place in big oak casks at a controlled temperature of 28°C and is followed by malolactic conversion.
Aging
The wine matures for 12 months in French barriques, followed by another 6 months in concrete tanks. After bottling, Urban rests in the bottle for at least another 6 months.
Appearance
ruby to dark garnet
Food Pairing
Urban is a fantastic match for tasty and rich soups or for mature cheese and eggs; also pair it with pizza or game; in combination with rare meat, roast beef or tenderloin it tastes spectacular!
