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Gradoni

Gradoni 2018

Red Curtefranca wine
Name

D.O.C.

Production area

Franciacorta, from vineyards owned in Villa Franciacorta

Grapes

35% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Saouvignon, 30% Cabernet Franc

Vineyard

Total controlled grassing. Natural organic fertilization. Biological pest control

Terrain characteristics

Hilly land, arranged on three terraces. Full exposure to the South. Soil consisting of marl and sedimentary clays rich in fossils and microelements.

Harvest

Autumn harvest to enhance the formation of sugars and the variety of aromas. Manual and box harvest, with sorting of the grapes on the vine.

Particle vinification

Destemming and soaking in steel tanks, fermentation and maceration with the skins for very long periods. With repeated daily fulling.

Vinification and ageing

In barrique for 12 months. Bottling and minimum aging in bottle of 18 months

Quantities and formats

Bottle 0,75 l – Magnum 1,5 l

Tasting notes

The aroma is fine, spicy and ethereal. It alternates with hints of cherry fruit under the sun. The taste is enveloping, intense, structured and complex Excellent with cheeses and meats.

Optimal drinking period

From the sale is guaranteed a long and positive evolution. A wine of great longevity.

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