Grape Variety
Primitivo 100%
Vineyard & Yield
Planting: Espalier
Density: 4,500–5,700 plants/ha
Average Yield: 6,000 kg/ha (≈60 q.li/ha)
Harvest
Period: Mid-September
Method: Manual
Vinification & Refinement
Fermentation at controlled temperature with maceration on the skins for ~20 days
Malolactic fermentation and refinement in Allier oak barrels for 9 months, then in steel tanks for 8 months
Bottle refinement for at least 7 months
Tasting Notes
Nose: Intense bouquet of asparagus and red fruits with notes of spices and vanilla
Palate: Full-bodied, harmonious, and very persistent
Serving Temperature: 20 °C