Monferrato casalese Cortese DOC

Vintage: 2010

Vine:100% Cortese

Alcoholic strength: 12,5% Vol

Total acidity: 5,8 g/l

Extract: 19 g/l

Aging: none

Vineyard: “Toengo” 1,5 ha, 250 metres a.s.l with sun exposure at south.
Production per ha: 90 quintals
Soil: Clayey limestone
Cultivation method: Planted and grown in rows, Guyot method of pruning, 100cm distance between the plants,2,6 metres between each row, density of  3900 vines/ha.
Harvest: manual
Vinification: Cold maceration of the membranes onto the must, fermentation occurs in steel vats with controlled temperature. Selected yeasts are used. Total absence of filtration until bottling.

Colour: Straw yellow with green reflections
Bouquet: Floral and fruity  scents with traces of peach and apricot.
Flavour: Smooth, fresh and well-balanced

Best accompanied by: Ideal with starters, light first courses, and fish based dishes. Serve at 8° - 10° in tulip wine glasses.