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The term Balente derives from Balentia, which means value. The Balente is therefore the one who is worthy, courageous, valiant. In Sardinian it often also takes on a negative connotation of bandit.
GRAPES Cannonau and Bovale Sardo
GRADATION 14.5%
ORIGIN
80-year-old vineyards owned by the winery, trained as saplings in the Ortueri countryside.
PROCESSING
The hand-harvested grapes are first destemmed, then vinified in red with traditional punching of the skins. This is then followed by maceration at a controlled temperature between 25 and 28 °C. It refines in the bottle for a year before being released on the market.
If properly stored, Balente can age for 10-15 years after harvest.
CHARACTERISTICS
Color: bright and lively ruby red.
Perfume: intense bouquet with fruity, floral, mineral and spicy notes, with hints of Mediterranean scrub.
Taste: robust, the marked presence of alcohol is attenuated by balanced acidity and tannins. Pleasant and persistent finish.
COMBINATIONS
Excellent to accompany traditional Sardinian cheeses but also grilled red meats. The ideal serving temperature is between 14 and 16 °C.
Acquista per iniziare a raccogliere punti e ottienere regali, sconti e sorprese esclusive.