Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG
CLASSIFICATION
DOCG, standing for Denomination of Controlled and Guaranteed Origin
AVERAGE OF PRODUCED BOTTLES
It depends of the year, but the average is 150.000-180.000 bottles
GRAPE
85% Prugnolo Gentile – 15% Colorino, Canaiolo and Merlot
VINIFICATION
Fermentation in truncated- conic stainless steel vats at controlled temperature with wine-pressing and déchargements. Fermentation and maceration for 18-22 days
REFINEMENT
around14-16 months on wood barrels, two thirds in French oak barriques and tonneaux and one third in traditional barrels.
AGEING CAPACITY
10-12 years
MATCHES
It’s an elegant and well- structured wine. It’s ideal with tasty dishes and ripe cheese.
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Last site update
07 January 2009
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