Manufacturer: Tenuta Roncalto

GENERAL DATA:
Vineyard: located at Ruttars in the municipality of Dolegna del Collio
Kind of ground: Marl and clay
Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vines per hectare: 7000
Type of cultivation: Guyot
VINIFICATION AND REFINING:
The grapes are harvested by hand using boxes, gentle destemming with
subsequent fermentation at a controlled temperature of 23°C
on the skins for eighteen days. Sixteen months of maturing in Allier barriques
follow at a constant temperature of 16°C.
At the end of this period, the wine is bottled.
There follows a further long period of refining in the bottle.
ORGANOLEPTIC CHARACTERISTICS:
It has an intense red ruby color. On the nose it is intense and recalls spices
and fruits of the forest. On the palate it is full-bodied, with soft tannins
and a long finish.
FURTHER INFORMATION:
Drink with: beef, pork and game dishes, and aged cheeses.
Longevity: 15-20 years.
Serve at: 17-18°C.
PRIZES AND AWARDS:
• QUATTRO GRAPPOLI Guida “Duemilavini” A.I.S.:
Vintage 2001-2002-2003