Arcosesto

Variety of grapes

Grechetto, Procanico (Trebbiano Toscano), Malvasia

Vineyard

Plant spacing: 3.00 x 1.00 m
Training system: double arched cane (called cappuccino)
Average age of vines: 35 years

Soil

Mainly volcanic, sedimentary, clayish
Altitude: 300 m

Harvest

Hand-picked, from the middle to the end of September

Yield

Grapes: 80 q/ha – Wine: 65 hl/ha

Vinification

Light pressing of grapes, contact with the skins for 12-18 hours at a controlled temperature. Separation of the must and cold decanting for cleaning. Alcoholic fermentation at a maximum temperature of 16° C. in stainless steel tanks, using varietal and aromatic yeasts.

Maturation

Two months in bottles

Organoleptic characteristics

A pale-yellow color with hints of green.
Delicate and pleasant, with notes of fresh fruit and white flowers.
The flavor is refreshing, fragrant and delicate, yet persistent, with a marked acidity and minerality.

Producer recommendations

Perfect for an aperitif, together with light starters, fish and white meat.
To be served at 10-12°C.