Vernaccia di Oristano Juighissa 2009 Contini

GRAPES Vernaccia

ALCOHOL CONTENT 17.5%

ORIGIN

Alluvial soils, with a loamy - sandy mixture. The flow of the Tirso river for centuries has given rise to these naturally fertile soils, draining due to the presence of sands. The soils of the Tirso Valley, so characterized, are called "Bennaxi".

PROCESSING AND AGING

White vinification with spontaneous fermentation in a cement vats The must must have an initial sugar concentration of at least 21 ° to ensure the future alcohol content necessary for refinement and maturation. The spring following the harvest, the new wine is transferred into oak and chestnut barrels of different sizes, which are specially left full, so that its biological aging can begin under "flor" yeasts, the same yeasts that led to the alcoholic fermentation . The vesting period must not last less than 8 years.

FEATURES

Color: golden yellow tending to amber.

Bouquet: typical and delicate, a nuance of almond blossom is distinctly appreciated.

Taste: on the palate it is subtle and delicately bitter.

FOOD PAIRINGS

Excellent as an aperitif, but also as a dessert. It enhances its qualities even more if it is accompanied with almond-based sweets or pastries.