Vineyard: The vinyard is located at Salento, in the region of Puglia, south Italy. The vinyards are extended for 1 km in the seashore of the Adriatic sea.
Vinification: The grapes were selected manually, destemmed delicately, and given a soft pressing. The must which went into stainless steel tanks at a temperature of 50° Fahrenheit (10° centigrade) to assist a natural settling of the impurities. The fermentation which then followed took place at a low temperature, 61° Fahrenheit (16° centigrade), to preserve to the maximum extent the primary aromas. A brief aging period in stainless steel tanks and a four month period of bottle aging preceded release.
Characteristics: A pleasant wine with aromas of roses and jasmine. In the mouth it is fresh, it has a refreshing acidity and also it is well balanced. Red fruits dominate, such as strawberries and roses.
Paired with: Grilled fish, pasta with tomato of fish, vegetable risotto and a variety of cold cuts.
Served at: 8-10ºC.
Cellier notes: Robert Parker rating 88/100
Wine spectator rating 86/100
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“When the opportunity arose to create an organization strictly limited to family businesses operating in famous wine producing regions and creating fine wines, we were enthusiastic. The possibility of being able to exchange ideas with other producers and from a family business point of view seemed for us great importance”