Grape Varietal: | Erbaluce Crio |
Pronunciation: | “Air-bah-loo-chay” |
Tasting Notes: | Well balanced sweetness and acidity with intense hints of vanilla and sage. |
Food Pairing: | Delicate starters, fish, white meat, Asian foods |
Serving Notes: | 12C |
Grape History: | The Roman Emperors favored this ancient heirloom grape |
Region: | Piedmont, Italy |
Harvest: | Mid/late September |
Vinification: | Dry ice maceration below 0C, fermentation at a controlled temperature of 16C |
Aging: | 10 months in stainless steel tanks in contact with lees |
Bottling: | During summer, with waning moon |
Alcoholic Content: | 12-12.5% by volume |
Sugar: | ≤5 g/l |
Total Acidity: | 6,5 g/l |
Location: | Nearby the village of Cuceglio, North of Torino |
Altitude: | 370 m above sea level |
Soil: | Acid, rocky |
Density: | 1200-1300 plants per Ha |
Trimming Technique: | Traditional, handmade |
Structure: | Pergola Canavese |