Tommasone
Pignanera
50% Aglianico, 30% Montepulciano and 20% Guarnaccia. Made from selected grapes from vineyards of various ages, it has an elegant full body to the nose and taste. At the first impression it is impressive, fine, and intense, fruity and spicy, with hints of black currant, cherry, balsamic wood and licorice, closing with smoky aromas. In the mouth is round, of considerable depth, with tannins which give it a strong character without however affecting smoothness and balance. Notable finish, exceptionally long and rich in flavor.
It is an important red wine to be served with strong dishes: excellent with skewers, fatty red meats, game, roasts, tasty cheeses.
It is an important red wine to be served with strong dishes: excellent with skewers, fatty red meats, game, roasts, tasty cheeses.
Description
Data Sheet
PIGNANERA
Denominazione Di Origine Controllata
Production zone: Tenuta Coste in Lacco Ameno – Ischia
Grape variety: Aglianico
Soil type: Volcanic soils rich in phosphorus and potassium
Direction: various
Altitude: various
Form of education: Guyot
Harvest: Hand harvest, beginn of Otctober, selection of the grapes in the vineyard and transport in 20kg harvesting boxes
Type of wine: red wine
Vinification and aging: destemming, gentle crushing of the grapes, followed by maceration with pure yeasts in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature (15°C). During fermentation with the skins, frequent pumping to favor the transfer of aromas, tannins and structure from the skins to the must. The malolactic fermentation and maturation takes place in french oak barrels (Barrique 225 Lt.) for 18 month. The use of sulfites is minimal and regulated until bottling.
Color: Intense ruby red
Olfactory notes: fruity, spicy, red fruits, cherries preserved in alcohol, Amarena cherries, blueberries, spices, tobacco, cocoa, licorice
Flavor notes: dry, warm, soft, intense, structured, full-bodied
Serving temperature: 14-16°C
Examples of food pairings: mature cheeses, braised beef, red game dishes, grilled beef or lamb
Bottles produced: 2,000
Reviews
Tuesday, 13 October 2020
ottimo vino ischitano! davvero buonissimoAngelo
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