FLO’ – FRASCATI DOC

Vini Bianchi

0.75

Viticulture in the Frascati area has a millenary tradition; vines were already cultivated since pre Roman times, in the ancient Tusculum city, where the wine produced was highly appreciated and renowned. The terrain where vines grow is of volcanic origin, well-drained and rich in pozzolans, tuffs and basalt; soils capable of transferring unique characteristi- cs to the wine.

Formats available

Blend
80% Malvasia Puntinata, 10% Trebbiano Giallo, 10% Bombino
Production zone
Frascati
Area under vine
approximately 0,70 Ha ha
Vineyard altitude
approximately 300 m a.s.l.
Terrain type
of volcanic origin, loose texture and significant amount of basalt rock
Training system
VSP (Vertical Shoot Positioning) Guyot
Planting density
5,600 vines per hectare
Yields per Hectare
2 kg
Yield of grapes into wine
70%
Year of Planting
1960
Harvest time
mid September
Harvesting
manual harvesting of grapes into crates
Vinification

destemming and soft crushing, brief cold pre-fermentation maceration of the grapes, soft pressing

Alcoholic fermentation / maceration

in stainless steel at a controlled temperature

Malolactic fermentation
not carried out
Finishing

in stainless steel for at least 4 months, then in bottle before release

Color
straw yellow with greenish reflections
Aroma

intense notes of dried fruit, almonds and delicate hints of flowers and white peach

Taste

A sensation of subtle sweetness prevails, balanced by mineral notes typical of the area two characteristics lending to a pleasant tasting.

Food pairing

An ideal wine for aperitifs and fantastic paired with fried seafood and vegetable tempura.

Serving temperature
12/14°C

Extra

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