Production area: Frecciarossa, Casteggio (PV).
Soil: lime/clay.
Grape Variety: Uva Rara.
Exposure: S-SW.
Altitude: 460-660 feet.
Training System: Guyot Simple.
Vine Density: 2000 per acre.
Yield Per Acre in Kg: 3300.
Average Yearly Production: 20000 Bottles.
Harvest
The picking is all done by hand and the grape-clusters are carefully selected.
Vinification
light destemming, 5-7 days maceration in temperature controlled steel vats at 25-26°C (77- 82.4°F). Restrained acidity and daily punching down. malolactic fermentation in pressurized steel vats. Ripening and bottle ageing:
The wine is bottled in the Spring following the harvest and is ready for consumption in the Summer.
Color: bright ruby-red.
Nose: generous, fruity and persistent with light notes of morello cherry and ripe berries. Delicate and fragrant.
Palate: well balanced. Personality and character.
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