Vinification of the three grapes is done separately; alcoholic and malolactic fermentation take place in stainless steel. The combination is followed by aging part in wood vats and part in oak casks for 8-12 months.
Alcohol level:
13° % Vol.
Fining in bottle:
6-7 months
Color:
Intense, brilliant ruby red. Aroma has winy bouquet, spicy where the pinot gives a delicate note of blackberry, and a warm, pleasing mouth-feel, from the finish of plum, pepper and cinnamon. A complex and elegant wine.
Serving temperature:
16-18 ° C
Recommended with the following dishes:
Italian appetizers, white or red meat, cheeses that are not too aged.
Anticipated duration of the wine:
5 years and beyond.
Packaging:
In cases of 6 or 12 750-ml bottles. Magnum 1.5 l.; Jéroboam 3 l.; Large format 5 l.; Balthazar 12
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