Librato
Red Wine - Rosso Orvietano DOC
Variety of grapes
Cabernet Franc, Canaiolo
Vineyard
Plant spacing: 2.70 x 0.90
Training System: spurred cordon
Year planted: 2000-2002
Soil
Predominantly volcanic, sedimentary, clayish
Altitude: 300 m
Harvest
Hand-picked, from mid-September to mid-October
Yield
Grapes: 70-80 q/ha – Wine: 50-55 hl/ha
Vinification
Maceration with the traditional method of contact with the grape skins for 8-10 days. First extraction with removal of 20% of the must and frequent pumping until the end of the fermentation process. Alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperature (max 24°C) with selected varietal and aromatic yeasts.
Maturation
2 months in bottles
Organoleptic characteristics
A ruby red color with violet reflexes. An intense and harmonious bouquet, rich in notes of red fruits and vegetal hints. In the mouth it is full and balanced, with elegant notes of fruit and delicate tannins.
Producer recommendations
Excellent with main dishes of meat, roasted and grilled meats, cold cuts and semi aged cheeses.
To be served at 14-16°C.