Denomination:
Vernaccia di San Gimignano (Denominazione di origine controllata e Garantita D.O.C.G.)

Grape variety:
Vernaccia di San Gimignano 90%,
Chardonnay 5% , Vermentino 5%

Production zone:
Pancole vineyard “Fontabuccio”

Density:
4000 vines/ha

Cultivation system:
Spurred cordon and partial grassing

Soil composition:
Mixed consistency, with presence of yellow
muddy sand mixed with clay and pebble.

Altitute:
280 m above sea level

Microclimate:
Typically Mediterranean, characterised by rainfall ranging from medium to high concentrated especially in the month of November. Especially dry with little to no rainfall in the month of July..Temperatures -0 degrees C° in Winter.

Production of wine per ha:
50 hl

Production technique:
Harvesting: The grapes are hand harvested between September 15 and October 15.
Vinification:The grapes are then gently pressed at a low temperature in order to keep their exceptional fragrance. They are 70% fermented through a cold fermentation process for about 12-18 days followed by 30% fermentation in oak barrels, each containing 225 litres for 6 months.
This is followed by a further 3 months in the bottle.

Organoleptic characteristics:
Colour: Yellow with golden reflection
Bouquet: Flowery, and fresh with a light scent of vanilla
Flavour: Dry, with a slightly bitter after taste and vanilla.

Alcohol content:
14%

Serving temperature:
12/14 degrees C°

Serving suggestions:
Excellent as an aperitif with fish appetizers and also with fish dishes containing saffron and truffle, rabbit, fresh cheeses, ricotta and caprino with herbs.