Nicò
Type: Montepulciano d’Abruzzo D.O.C. (red)
Grape variety: Montepulciano 100 %
Altimetry: 200 metre above sea level
Location: Municipality of Lanciano
Type of soil: Clay, tending to limestone
Position and exposure: Hilly, facing South, South - West
Vineyard’s age: 10/15 years
Planting density: 3.000 stumps/hectare
Yield per hectare: 120 ton
Training system: Guyot
Hervest: Manual, during the first decade of October
Vinification: It lasts 7 - 10 days, during which time, the mix of the peels, ensures a good color. Controlled temperature fermentation (26°C). Limited pressing, the final fractions of hard tannins are richer seprarate. Malolactic
fermentation
Aging: In steel
Alchohol content: 13%
Sensorial features: Ruby red with violet reflections; bouquet of red fruit,
fresh and vinous, followed by subtle notes of spice; body of fine intensity, with not invasive tannins and final balanced mouth
Serving suggestions: Pasta dishes in red sauce, roast meat, medium-aged cheeses
Service temperature: 18°C
Category
Wine
About This Project
