Red Riserva Vesuvio Lacryma Christi DOC Wax Seal (Organic)
Red Riserva Vesuvio Lacryma Christi DOC Wax Seal (Organic)
Vintage: 2021
Appellation: DOC Denomination of Origin Controlled
Certification: Organic
Type: Red
Grape Variety: Piedirosso 80%, Aglianico 20%
Alcohol: 14,00%
Bottle size: 0,75l
Production area: Trecase Municipality (National Park of Vesuvio)
Soil Type: Volcanic
Exposition: South, South-Ovest
Vineyard Setting: Declive 250/300 m SLM
Breeding Method: Espalier
Grape yield per hectare: 6500kg or 65 quintals
Vineyard Planting Density: 4500 plants per hectare
Harvest: first decade of October; Hand picked and processed within 2 hours
Vinification Technique: Red fermentation process at controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks
Refining: Ages 18-24 months in French oak barriques and minimum 12 months in bottle
Transformation yield: Below 65%
Alcohol and Acidity Content: Alcohol 14,5%; Total Acidity 5,30 – 5,50
ORGANOLEPTIC DESCRIPTION
Color: Garnet to Deep Garnet
Bouquet: pruns, cocoa, tobacco
Taste: smooth tannins, good sapidity, warm and persistent
Serving Temperature: 16-18° C
Pairing Suggestions: Ragù sauce, red meats, aged cheeses, perfect as a meditation wine