Petilia Greco di Tufo DOCG, 750ml, Campania, Italy
The Vineyard: Chianche località Feudi di Chianchetelle
Among the first vineyards of PETILIA we must mention those that insist on the promontory of Chianchetelle. Pleasant location, very isolated, a den of criminals first and then brigands who exploited its raised position with respect to the valley road, the only direction Benevento Avellino, where the restriction was maximum (narrow of the barbarians) in order not to give escape to the unfortunate pilgrims.
Production area: Altavilla Irpina, feud of Chianchetelle
Soil type: clayey, volcanic, rich in minerals, with sulphuric subsoil
Exposure: south-east
Altitude: 500 meters a.S.L.
Viticulture: espalier with guyor pruning
Planting density: 4500 plants/ha average
Vineyard age: 15 years
Average yield per hectare: 6000 kilos
Harvest period: second week of OctoberVinification: extremely soft pressing of whole grapes and fermentation at controlled temperatures in stainless steel tanks
Wine ageing: in bottles for 3-4 monthsTasting notes
Colour: straw yellow with pale golden reflections
Nose: a rich bouquet of aromas ranging from white to yellow flowers, especially acacia, hawthorn and broom ones. Remarkable the notes of fruit, including citrus and papaya, and the herbaceous hints
Taste: fresh and sapid on the palate, full bodied, extremely elegant and clean. In line with the olfactory sensations, perfectly recalls the grapes with which the wine is made.
Color: Straw yellow with light golden reflections
Bouquet: Fresh and fruity, olfactory sensations of citrus, white flowers, and fresh fruit
Taste: The same notes expressed on the nose are repeated on the palate
Serving temperature: 10 – 12°C.
Country of Origin:
Italy
Region / Appelation / Cru:
Campania / Greco di Tufo DOCG / Feudi di Chianchetelle
Certification:
DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita)
Grape Varieties:
100% Greco di Tufo
Alcohol:
13%
Producer:
Petilia
Ratings:
Food Pairing:
Pairing: suited to all courses, excellent with the typical fish dishes of the coast, the vegetable and meat soups of the inland.
Suggested serving temperature: 10-12° C (50-53- F)