Protected Geographical Indication
PRODUCTION AREA: Tenuta Le Coste in the municipality of Lacco Ameno at 250 s.l.m. north-west of the Island of Ischia.
VARIETY OF GRAPES: 50% Aglianico 30% Montepulciano, 20% Guarnaccia
VINIFICATION: The grapes, separated by variety, are then pressed and left to ferment with maceration of the skins at a controlled temperature. After racking, the newly born wine will complete its fermentation in 5 hl French oak tonneaux. Initially separated from its coarser deposits, it will remain in the Tonneaux for about three years where it will undergo, during the various periods, all the fermentation-evolutionary processes suited to a noble red wine. After being blended, the wine will be bottled in July and placed for the consumer's judgment only after a final period of rest and refinement in the bottle.
ALCOHOL CONTENT: Indicated on the label
VINTAGE: Indicated on the label
COLOR: Bright and intense ruby ??red with evident garnet reflections.
OLFACTORY AND TASTE NOTES: Obtained from selected grapes from vineyards of different ages, it gives the nose and taste an elegant robustness. At first glance it is immediately impressive, fine and intense, fruity and spicy, with hints of blackcurrant, cherry, balsamic wood and licorice, closing with smoky olfactory notes. In the mouth it is round, of considerable thickness, with tannins that give it a strong character without however damaging the softness and balance. The finish is remarkable, very long and rich in flavor.
SERVING TEMPERATURE: Better if decanted some time before, it should be served at 18 -20 ° C
PAIRINGS: An important red to accompany strong dishes: excellent is the combination with skewers, fatty red meats, game, roasts, savory cheeses