Filo di Arianna

Lugana DOC
Vendemmia Tardiva

Type of product
Controlled Denomination of Origin white wine.

Area of origin
The Lugana zone to the south of Lake Garda, at an altitude of 100 metres above sea level.

Exposure and soil
Flat land, with soil that is a mix of mainly clay with some limestone, rich in mineral salts.

Grape variety
100% Turbiana; the vines are over 55 years old.

Grape yield
6,000-7,000 kilograms/hectare.

Harvest
First/second ten days of November: it is a late-harvest wine. The grapes are picked by hand and put in small crates.

Vinification
Without the skins; soft pressing of the grapes with extraction of a maximum of 50% of free-run juice. Fermentation in steel vats.

Maturation
24 months in 30 Hl. oak casks.

Bottling
In February/March of the third year after the harvest. It is released into the market after around six months in bottle.

Alcohol
13,50% vol.

Total acidity
6.5 g/l

Dry extract
25.5 g/l

Characteristics
This is a Lugana Superiore of notable personality obtained as a result of vinification in large oak casks, which enhances its bouquet, characterised by mineral aromas and faint hints of roasted almonds. With this richness on the nose Il Filo di Arianna combines a full, well-balanced, and silky flavour. It makes an ideal accompaniment for fish dishes and grilled meats; excellent also with risottos and cheeses.

Serving temperature
10°-12°C

Vintages available
2020