Nose

Aromatic, fresh

Palate

Flower and citrus notes, pleasantly dry and mineral

Growing Conditions

Zisola

- Vineyards location: 130 m.a.s.l.; S/E exposure
- Soil: Medium texture, calcareous and mineral
- Training system: Head-pruned bush vines
- Nr. of vines per hectare: 5.550 plants

Winter was characterized by few relevant rainfalls and temperature slightly above the season’s average. Intense rainfalls started in spring followed by an instable season that lasted until August resulting in a colder summer compared to the last three years. This situation provided an optimal conditions of ripeness for the grapes. The harvest overall, presented grapes with great levels of color, acidity and PH providing harmonious, structured and complex wines.
Rainfalls (sum of rainfall between April 1st and September 30th): 72mm
Temperature Index (sum of average daily temperatures from April 1st to September 30th): 4,409°C
Evaluation: Very good

Harvest

Hand picked from August 27th

Bottling

December 2015

Winemaking

Fermentation temperature: 15 °C

Food Pairing

Light starters (anchovies with orange), Pasta with seafood (spaghetti with sardines), Grilled vegetables (peppers in sweet and sour)