Denominazione di Origine Controllata (D.O.C.) Garda Colli Mantovani
To the south of Lake Garda, between the hills of Mantua, with a fantastic views from north to south and the beneficial influence of microclimate, are harvested the grapes destined to become a full- bodied and intense claret.
A unique wine
The fruity and floral notes, appear on the palate with a solid, strong structure , making this wine more like a young man with a basic red rose.
Technical Notes
Altitude: Average altitude from 80 to 120 meters above sea level. Soil: stony - moraine.
The vineyard
Pruning: Guy at. Yield: 120 q!
The vinification
Grape: Merlot, Cabernet, Rondinella. Collection: the last week of September to 1 October depending on the vintage, hand-picked and selected grapes. Vinification: Soft pressing and fermentation in stainless steel at a controlled temperature of 14 ° to 10 ° C to better preserve the varietal aromas. Aging: about 3-5 months in stainless steel, and at least 2 months in bottle.
The wine
Analytical data: Alcohol: 12.50% Residual sugar: 2.8 / lens Total acidity: 5.40 g / I Bottling: the beginning of the new year.
Characteristics:
Colour: Bright pink cherry. Olfactory: Notes of cherry, red, unripened berries. Pleasant floral notes of rose. Taste: Fresh, soft and harmonious, characterized by lively freshness, subtle minerality and a delicate note of almond on the finish.
Gastronomic combinations
Ideal with risotto and slightly fatty, succulent pasta dishes, it also goes well with white meat. Serve at 13-15
Recommendations
Taste it fresh with Polenta and sauces or with that old dependable favourite, the humble Pizza.