IL GIGANTE CHE DORME

Trebbiano d'Abruzzo D.O.C.

T he fermentation and long refining in small oak casks are the signature of this limited quantity Trebbiano d'Abruzzo. Its bouquet is full and intense with citrus and spiced notes. Luminous yellow in colour. On the palate it is flavourful and balanced with excellent structure and length. It is best enjoyed with fish, seafood and shellfish dishes, delicate sauces and fresh cheeses.

Keep in a dark place at: 16°C.

Serve at: 14-16°C

14,5% Vol.

NAME : IL GIGANTE CHE DORME
TYPE : WHITE
APPELATION : MONTEPULCIANO D'ABRUZZO D.O.C.
GRAPE VARIETY : MONTEPULCIANO D'ABRUZZO
REGIONE : ABRUZZO
CULTIVATION ZONE : GIULIANOVA (TE) - MOSCIANO S. A. (TE)
ELEVATION : 200-250 m.s.l.m.
TRAINING AND PRUNING METHOD : PERGOLA ABRUZZESE
SOIL TYPE : MEDIUM TEXTURE (SEMI HARD) TO CLAYEY
EXPOSURE : SOUTH-WEST
HARVESTING PERIOD : SECOND HALF OF OCTOBER
HARVESTING METHOD : BY HAND
YIELD PER HECTAR : 60 q
VINIFICATION : MACERATION OF THE SKINS AT 10 ºC FOR 24 HOURS; COMPLETE EXTRACTION OF MUST; SETTLING; TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED FERMENTATION AT 18-20 ºC IN SMALL CASKS; MATURED FOR 24 MONTHS IN OAK BARRELS AND REFINEMENT FOR 6 MONTHS IN THE BOTTLE.