GRAPES BLEND

Groppello 30% Barbera 25% Sangiovese 25% Marzemino 20%

AGE OF THE VINEYARD

About 25 years grapevine

COMPOSITION OF THE SOIL

The lithological composition of these vineyards is varied: rich in organic matter in the innermost hilly area, and with predominantly sandy soil near the lake.

EXPOSURE

East / West

GEOGRAPHICAL PRODUCTION AREA

The grapes destined for the vinification of this Chiaretto come from different terroirs, which extend within the morainic amphitheater of Valténesi.

BRANCHING

Guyot trellis-training, Simonit pruning method. From 5 to 8 buds for each rod.

AVERAGE YIELD

90 qli/Ha

POTENTIAL AGEING

2 years

SEASON 2022

For many reasons, the beginning of the 2022 season was very similar to the 2021 season. The months of November and December were characterized by an unusually mild weather with poor rainfall. The following months were marked by a significant drop of the temperatures, which led the vines towards a late sprouting, and not as early as in previous years. The following months of flowering were dominated by torrid weather, allowing an excellent ripening phase in terms of fruit and vine wholesomeness. Only younger vines with underdeveloped roots suffered significant water stress and it was necessary to use frequent and abundant irrigation. In mid-August, the arrival of the rain was providential in the final veraison and ripening phase of the bunches, moreover, the day/night temperature variations preserved the phenolic components. September was characterized by sunny days and light breezes which anticipated the cluster ripening by about 15 days compared to the previous vintages. The harvest began around mid-August, exclusively at night, to avoid high daytime temperatures, thus allowing the aromatic content of the grapes to be preserved.

HARVEST

10th SEPTEMBER TO 15th SEPTEMBER

VINIFICATION

The selected grapes, once in the winery, are pressed and de-stemmed and placed directly in the tank. Here begins the ancient process of "levata di cappello" where the skins, in contact with the must, rise creating a surface layer of pomace, giving the wine its typical coral pink colour. The limpid is then separated and alcoholic fermentation is carried out at a controlled temperature using selected yeasts.The wine, once obtained, is clarified with a static decantation. Subsequently the Chiaretto ages for a short time in the bottle.

SENSORY ANALYSIS

Coral pink color with violet highlights. On the nose it expresses hints of wild strawberry and citrus with a clear note of peach blossom. On the palate there is an excellent balance between minerality and sapidity.

FOOD PAIRINGS

Excellent as a combination for the entire Mediterranean cuisine, from lake fish to fried seafood. Also recommended as an aperitif on warm summer evenings.

No. pcs.

14 000