Locorotondo DOC

Production Area: Locorotondo, Apulia, Itria Valley 300/450 m above the sea level

Land: Red, clay and calcareous

Age of Vineyards: 20-35 years

Cultivationi system: Alberello and espalier

Per hectare production: KG 10000 -13000 of grapes

Vinification: Destemming of grapes and decrease of temperature at 6°/8° and maceration for 12 hours, soft pressing of grape, static decanting of the must and alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperature of 16°/18° C.

Ageing: At the end of fermentation it is separated from the crude sediment and it ages on the fine sediment for 3 months, then it is stabilised and bottled. Ageing in bottle for 30-40 days

Colour: Pale yellow with green scents

Fragrance/taste: Fruity, elegant and persistent with a fresh and persistent taste

Food pairing: Perfect with risotto, fish meals, soft cheeses and white meat.

Serving Temperature: 10/12°C