Vernaccia di San Gimignano Riserva I Mocali
Denomination:
Vernaccia di San Gimignano Riserva
(Denominazione di origine controllata e
Garantita D.O.C.G.)
Grape variety:
Vernaccia di San Gimignano 100%
Production zone:
Pancole vineyard “I MOCALI”
Density:
4000 vines/ha
Cultivation system:
Spurred cordon and partial grassing
Soil composition:
Mixed consistency, with presence of yellow muddy sand mixed with clay and pebble.
Altitude:
280 m above sea level
Microclimate:
Typically Mediterranean, characterised by rainfall ranging from medium to high concentrated especially in the month of November. Especially dry with little to no rainfall in the month of July..Temperatures -0 in Winter.
Production of wine per ha:
50 hl
Production technique:
Harvesting: The grapes are hand harvested from 1 to 15 October.
Vinification: The grapes are then gently pressed at a low temperature in order to allow them to retain their exceptional fragrance. They are then fermented in French oak barrels holding 225 litres for approximately 12 days. The wine refines in the barrel for 11 months, followed by a further 6 months in the bottle.
Organoleptic characteristics:
Colour:Gleaming, straw -coloured yellow,with golden reflection.
Bouquet: Intense, flowery and elegant with a scent of matured fruit and a light scent of vanilla
Flavour: Dry, rounded, with a slightly bitter after taste and vanilla.
Alcohol content: 14%
Serving temperature: 12/14 degrees C°
Serving suggestions: Excellent with fish and white meats, but also good with starters and cheeses.
