Nose
An aromatic balance of rose and violets
Palate
Velvety with gentle tannins, great aromatic persistence
Growing Conditions
- SOIL: Mixed composition, mainly calcareous
- ALTITUDE: More than 200 metres above sea level
- VINEYARD: Vertical shoot positioning trellised vines or bush-trained, with medium-high plant density per hectare
- CLIMATE: Mild winters with fresh springs, hot and windy summers
Harvest
Grapes are hand-picked in the second half of September
Winemaking
- VINIFICATION: Cryomaceration is used to promote aromatic and colour extraction, followed by long fermentation at a controlled temperature
- MATURATION: Occurs in stainless steel for more than two months
Aging
After bottling, the wines spends a month in the bottle in a temperature controlled cellar to develop aromas
Appearance
Bright ruby red with intense violet hints
Food Pairing
Recommended with rich fish dishes, elaborate white meat or simple red meat and semi-mature cheeses