Variety of grapes Cabernet franc, merlot

Vineyard Plant spacing 2,70 x 0,90 - Growing system: runner system - Average age of vines: 9 years

Soil Mainly volcanic, sedimentary, clayish - Altitude approx 300m

Harvest Manual picking, from mid September up to 10-15th of October

Yield Grapes: 70-80 q/ha - Wine: 50-55 hl/ha

Vinification Maceration with traditional method of grape skins in contact for 10-12 days. First extraction with replacement of 20% of the must and frequent pumping over up to the end of fermentation. Alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperature (max 24°C) with variety of aromatic selected yeasts.

Maturing 2 months in bottles

Organoleptic features Colour red ruby with violet reflexes. An intense and mellow scent, rich with notes of red fruits and a vegetable aroma. Dry, full and smooth in the mouth, with elegant notes of fruit. Balanced and tannic to the right point

Producer’s recommendations Best coupling with first courses based on meat, roast and grilled meat. To be served at 1-16°C