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Dry
white wine.
100%
Chardonnay.
D.O.C. Friuli Grave.
Dandolo area foothills in west-central Friuli.
70 hl/ha. (3.1 tons/acre).
250 m. (820 ft.).
Sylvoz.
4,000-4,500/ha. (1,620-1,820/acre).
September 10-20.
De-stemming and crushing, with a half-day cold maceration
on the skins, followed by racking and inoculation with
special yeasts. Cool (16o-18oC/61o-64oF) fermentation
in stainless steel, followed by racking off the lees.
Four-five
months’ sur lies maturation exclusively
in stainless steel.
Approx.
1,000 cases.
Green-tinged
straw-yellow.
Rich,
fruity aromas of citrus and apple with jasmine-laced
floral notes.
Soft,
silky mouth-feel, with a lively acidity and supple flavors
in perfect balance; the finish is impressive, concluding
with the floral and appley characteristics encountered
in the bouquet.
A wide variety of light-style antipasti; with pastas
and light soups. And try it with egg-based dishes.
10°-12°C (43°-54°F).
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