Nose
Fine and complex bouquet that recalls blackberries, dried fruits and blackcurrants.
Palate
Pleasant acidity and round tannins which are smooth on the palate while the finish is long and persistent. Good aging potential.
Growing Conditions
- Elevation of vineyards: 210 to 380 m.a.s.l.
- Hillside vineyards in Kurtatsch/Cortaccia - chalk gravel moraine soil
- Valley floor locations near Margreid - sandy alluvial soil
Harvest
The grapes are harvested by hand.
Winemaking
Fermentation on the skins in concrete vats is followed by malolactic fermentation, both varieties age for ten months each 50% in barrique and 50% in large oak casks. After blending, the assemblage spends another two more months in concrete vats. Finally, the wine is allowed to mature additional four months in the bottle.
Aging
- For 10 months: 50% in large oak casks | 50% in barrique barrels
- 2 months in concrete vats
- 4 months maturation in bottle
Appearance
Garnet-red with subtle violet nuances.
Food Pairing
Game, meat dishes, hard cheeses.