Grignolino d’Asti Renard, Dacapo

GRIGNOLINO D’ASTI RENARD

D.O.C.

Tendril

Grignolino 100%

Surface of the vineyards

0.5 Ha

Soil

calcareous, clayish and partly sandy

Vineyards

vineyards are located in Agliano Terme. Grown in guyot system. Exposition is South, South–East. 5,000 Stumps per hectare

Harvest

cluster thinning in July and hand crafted harvest starting late September beginning of October

Wine making process

after destemming and pressing, skin maceration process follows for 6 days. Fermentation is at controlled temperature (27/28°C) . The marc is then separated from the wine which is placed in steel tank, where the malolactic fermentation at controlled temperature takes place (20°C). The wine decants till the following spring when it is finally bottled. It will then remain at least 4 months to age in bottle, before starting distribution

Characteristics

ruby red, with flowery and delicate scents of oriental spices, fresh and dry, lightly tannic and persistent tinge of almond

Tasting temperatures

16/18 °C

Food arrangements

it is perfectly paired with delicate appetizers, spicy salami, eggs, soups, risotto, fresh pasta, ravioli, poultry, grilled meat and fresh cheeses. Due to its spicy scents it is often paired also with fish dishes