TERRITORY OF ORIGIN: Territory of Salemi and Mazara del Vallo Province of Trapani
TERRAIN: Soil composition: clayey soil rich in pebbles, called “cuti”, smoothed by erosion.
Altitude: 160 m above sea level.
Climate: Mediterranean, mild winters, limited rainfall, very hot and windy summers.
VINIFICATION AND AGEING: Harvest period starting from the first ten days of September. Traditional vinification in white, with soft pressing and fermentation at controlled temperature. 2 months of ageing in stainless steel.
TASTING NOTES: Colour: light straw yellow. Bouquet: delicate notes of orange blossoms blend with sweet hints of pears, melon and yellow peaches. Flavour: velvety, with delicate notes of cantaloupes, citrons and lemons.
PAIRING: Delicate fi sh and sautéed mussels and clams.
Serve at 8°-12° C.