TorretteVallée D’Aoste DOC
In the heart of the Valle d’Aosta between 600 and 750 mt asl on a steep inclinatio that has ideal sun exposurewe plant this harmoneous wine of good strength.
A perfect blend of native grape varieties comprised of mostly Petit Rouge (80%) together with Vien de Nus, Fumin and Cornalin.
its colour is ruby red and its scont is complex with floral notes and a pleasant crisp flavour. It is also warm, soft with moderate acidity.
It is ideal with first course dishes and our traditional soups of the Valle d’Aosta. Also a good light afternoon drink!
14,00 €
The vineyard
Area of production:
Municipality of Quart and Saint Christophe
Surface area:
Ha 1,5
Vine’s system of growth:
Guyot
Exposure:
S,SW inclination 50 al 70%
Altitude:
600/700 mt asl
Soil:
Sandy grain size typical of the region with little depth (less than 50 cm). Abbundance of stone residue.
Agricultural operations:
mechanical weeding done 3 times a year. Harrowing and green manuring on alternate rows. Bovine manure on a three year cycle Containment of cryptogamic deseases with the application of natural phytosanitary products, principally copper and sulphur.
Plantation Year:
1975 – 2010
The wine
Harvest:
begining of October
Variety:
Petit Rouge 95%, 5% mix of black grape varieties
Vinification:
destemmed grapes, maceration for 8/10 days performing pumping up opertations 3 times a day at 28-30 C°
Ageing:
in stainless steel vats
Bottling:
May/June
Colour:
intense ruby red
Aroma:
flora, characteristic varietal notes
Flavour:
fruits of the forest, blackberries and blueberries, soft tannins and crispness
Production: 24.000 bottles
17000/18000
Serving suggestions:
18 - 20°C
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Simon –
“Valdostaneità pura, precisa espressione del terroir montano. Il vino più valdostano in assoluto, grande beva” Cit.