Nose

On the nose, it is distinctive for its fruity aroma of crisp ripe cherry, black currant, Blackberry and Raspberry; it is delicately spicy with some laurel and tarragon, slightly ethereal, playful and complex

Palate

On the palate, the wine is full with plenty of structure, pronounced Tannins, stimulating acidity and berry fruit. It is youthfully unsophisticated and elegantly rustic

Growing Conditions

The gapes grow at an altitude of 400m and more on predominantly sandy chalk gravel soils in the vineyards of Appiano, Caldaro and Bolzano ith their south-east expsition

Harvest

Handpicked

Winemaking

Following temperature - controlled fementation in stainless steel tanks at 27°C for 10 days

Aging

Aged in 30-50hl wooden barrels for at least 5 months

Appearance

Intensely bright ruby color

Food Pairing

Best enjoyed at room temperature with braised shoulder of Beef, pan-seared cutles of lamb and Mediterranean grilled vegetables.