Cirò DOC, Bianco

Ageing And Refinement
at the end of alcoholic fermentation the wine is decanted and left in stainless steel containers for 2-3 months

Grapes
Greco

Harvest
by hand in crates with selection in vineyard the third 10 day period of September

Organoleptic Evaluation
yellow colour with greenish hues, delicate and elegant scent, with floral notes of white flowers. Dry, fresh and sapid flavour, well balanced with a pleasantly fine aftertaste

Soil Geology
sandy clay

Vine Training System
espalier

Vineyard Of Provenance
vines/Ha 4,500/5,000 - area 2 ha - planting distance 2.00x0.90 - altitude 100/150 m above sea level - orientation south southeast

Vinification
Upon destemming and gentle pressing of the grapes, the must is inoculated with cultured yeasts and controlled temperature fermentation (16-18 °C) follows so as to preserve all the characteristics of the variety

Year Of Planting
1997

Yield Per Hectare
70-100 q/Ha