Il Valandrea has broad shoulders and the impudence of the poppies growing on the roadsides. He smells of May and liquorice. He will run towards you with his tanned forehead and his bottomless eyes where you will find something new and old.
Il Valandrea
Our idea of Gutturnio Superiore.
CATEGORY | Gutturnio Superiore DOC |
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GRAPE VARIETY | Barbera 55%, Bonarda 45% |
ALCOHOLIC STRENGHT | 14% vol |
RESIDUAL SUGAR | 4 g/l |
SERVING TEMPERATURE | 16-18°C |
KIND OF BOTTLE | Heavy Burgundy 0,75 lt |
GROUND | Loose and calcareous, medium-textured, tendentially sandy soil |
EXPOSURE | South-West |
History
History
Method
Winemaking
After the pressing process, maceration for approximately one month. Fermentation at a temperature of 24-26°C with cultured yeasts.
Wine completes its maturation in second and third-fill barrels for 12 months.
Blending, light clarification and final filtration.
Aroma
The five senses
Deep, ruby-red colour. Firm and fruity taste, with fresh plum and soft fruit notes. The alcoholic strength merges in the wood and liquorice finish. Fresh and mature fragrance at the same time, with fruit and leather notes blending in a harmonious balance.
Prizes
Awards
Combinations
Food suggestions
Savoury soups, red and roast meat and medium-aged cheeses.