From the old bush vines of VIGNA TORRETTA, vinified in Tava amphorae
VARIETY: 100% NEGROAMARO
VINEYARD LOCATION: Old bush vines of Vigna Torretta, Cellino San Marco, 60 m above sea level
AGE OF VINEYARDS: 80 YEARS
TRAINING SYSTEM: Traditional Apulian bush vine
PLANTING DENSITY: 2,500 vines per hectare
SOIL TYPE: Clayey and loamy
YIELD PER HECTARE: 35 quintals per hectare
HARVEST PERIOD: Mid-September
HARVEST METHOD: Manual, in 20 kg crates
VINIFICATION: After harvesting, the grapes were destemmed, followed by fermentation with skin contact at a maximum temperature of 25°C in TAVA. Malolactic fermentation carried out in TAVA.
MATURATION: In TAVA for 6 months
AGEING: In bottle for a minimum of 12 months.
DESCRIPTIVE CHARACTERISTICS: Ruby red with garnet hues. A layered and refined bouquet. The grape takes centre stage in the bottle. Ripe red fruit combined with notes of Mediterranean scrub and fine, elegant spices, all encapsulated in an elegant and refined profile. Full-bodied and enveloping, with a silky tannic structure that is distinct yet well-integrated. Acidity in perfect balance with its structure. Great harmonious consistency between nose and palate. The finish is decidedly long, very elegant with balsamic notes and a typical bitter finish. A wine destined to age well and reach its full potential over the years.
Serving temperature: 14–16°C