Malvasia Istriana is one of the historic varietals of the hills of Friuli. It grows well in poor soil of marl composition with hot and sunny exposition where the grapes are left for a lengthy maturation. They are then picked by hand, pressed at low temperatures. This is followed by a static decantation in absence of sulphur dioxide and the vinification and ageing take place in stainless steel for 8 months. The wine thus obtained is rich and complex but at the same time fragrant and aromatic.

Appellation Collio DOC

Grapes 100% Malvasia

First Production 1974

ANALYITICAL DATA

Alcool % vol 12,50 %

Sugar 0,3 g/l

Total acidity 5,8 g/l

PRODUCTION NOTES

Soil Hilly marly soils of Eocene origin

Training system Guyot bilateral

Harvest time First week of September

Harvest method Manual

Yield per hectare 55 q/hectar

Fermentation 10-12 days in steel tanks

Fermentation temperature 16 °C

Aging In stainless steel tanks for 8 months

Fining Minimum 5 months in bottle

TASTING NOTES

Color Bright straw yellow with golden touches

Aroma Fresh and round balance marine aromas that are perfectly balanced with scents of flowers and sweet fruits.

Palate Creamy, rich and warm. Sweet flavors are marched by a refreshing palate with a clean high acidity finish.

Serving temperature 13° C

Food pairings Perfect with apetizers and first dishes, both with fish and meat.