Nose
The nose is layered and expressive, revealing flinty mineral nuances intertwined with delicate hints of toasted walnut, a hallmark of its evolving maturity. On the palate, a vibrant freshness unfolds, elegantly balanced by ripe pear, quince, and a whisper of citrus zest. Subtle cedar notes lend structure and refinement, underscoring the wine‘s Burgundian depth.
Palate
The interplay of fine tannins and a well integrated acidity leads to a poised and lingering finish.
Growing Conditions
- Elevation of the vineyards: 300 - 340 m a.s.l.
- Niclara, part of Cortaccia sulla Strada del Vino
- Soil: deep, glacial moraine soils with a high clay-sand composition, rich in limestone and natural salts.
Harvest
The grapes are harvested by hand and reach optimal phenolic ripeness between late August and mid-September.
Winemaking
Fermentation takes place equally in barriques and tonneaux, followed by malolactic fermentation and an 11-month maturation on fine lees in the same vessels. The wine then undergoes an additional year of bottle aging, allowing it to develop further complexity and refinement.
Aging
- 50% 11 months in tonneau on fine lees
- 50% 11 months in barrique on fine lees
- 12 months in the bottle
Appearance
Radiant, deep straw-yellow
Food Pairing
Veal and pork, poultry, steaks.
