GRAPES
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC
VINEYARD
Tenuta Torri Cantine – Torano Nuovo
Age: 30 years
Implant density (vines/ha): 1.000
Production for vine (Kg/plant): 8-10
Production for hectare (q/ha): 100-120
Vine cultivation system: Row
Vine pruning: Cordon spur pruning
Type of agricolture: Organic
Certifications: IT BIO 009 Agricoltura UE
GEOGRAPHIC COORDINATES
Altitude: 290 m.a.s.l.
Vine exposure: South/south-est
Vine area: Controguerra
Ground: Stony-loam
HARVEST
Manual selection of the grapes lately harvested between October, the 10th and the 20th, in a 30 old vineyard in Controguerra with optimal exposure and low yeld. The terroir gives the grapes the best thermal excursions that, together with organic techniques of cultivation, enhances the typical flavours of Montepulciano grapes.
WINE MAKING
The wine is made exclusively in stainless steel tanks thermo-conditioned and after the malolactic fermentation it ages in bottle for at least 6 months.
TASTING NOTES
Color: Intense red
Nose: Soft fruits, flowers and spices
Flavour by Mouth: Fresh mineral and astringent with persistence and full bodied mouth. Perfect with rich grilled meat courses, cured meat, seasoned cheese, legumes soups and lasagna.
Serving Temperature: 8/10 °C