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GRIGNOLINO D'ASTI doc

  • Grape varietal: 100% Grignolino
  • Geographic area, soil and climate of the vineyards: This grape varie tal thrives best in a land that is considered by many its homeland: the vineyards of Castagnole Monferrato, where the soil is chalky and rather loose.
  • Average altitude of the vineyards: 200 m. above sea-level.
  • Exposure: South-east.
  • Yield: Regulations allow 8 tons per hectare. Nevertheless, our winery is in favour of a lower yield to a11ow the grapes more sugar content and extracts.
  • Vinification process: Fermentation in contact with the grape skins in temperature-controlled vats using yeast and practising several repassings of the must over the grape dregs to obtain the wanted colour and substantial polyphenol.
  • Organoleptic characteristics:
    Soft ruby red colour with soft, waxy reflections turning into orange with age
    Fresh aroma with scents of walnut leaves
    Dry and pleasant taste with almond finish.
    Finished alcohol: 12% Volume
    Total minimum acid: 5/1000
    Dry extract: 19 gr. per litre
  • Pairings: It accompanies cold meat appetisers, broth and soup. Also good for white-meat dishes, fried snacks and fricassée.
  • Serving tips: Half-fill (so there is room for the wine to free its aroma) a slender, inward-brimmed chalice with cool (ce11ar temperature).
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