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Robust, tannic, full, persistent, with hints of dried plums, small berries, sour cherries, licorice and bitter cocoa

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The Passerina vineyards are located in the cooler areas of the Casalbordino area with exposure mainly to the north with medium-textured, loose and fresh soils at an altitude of 100-150 meters slm sea level The harvest takes place in the second half of September, when full maturity is reached technological, with manual harvesting in the coolest hours of the day. Destemming of the grapes and contact of the skins with the must for 8 hours at a T° of 12 °C, separation of the must from the skins, clarification by decantation and transfer of the clear must into a steel tank for alcoholic fermentation at a T° of 16 °C with inoculation of selected yeasts. 4 months in steel tanks in contact with the fine lees, aging in the bottle for about 20 days before being released for consumption. It has a brilliant straw yellow colour. On the nose a delicate, fine bouquet, with floral sensations and fresh notes of ripe tropical fruit. Harmonious, balanced, soft and fresh, with good body and persistence.

The grapes are softly pressed and immediately protected from oxidation, thanks to the addition of carbon dioxide which forms a thin barrier of protection from the air. Cold static clarification for 24 hours, straw yellow color, of medium intensity, with characteristic greenish nuances, fresh and fruity aroma, good intensity body taste, with fresh but not intrusive acidity, savory and persistent in the mouth finish, with fruity aftertaste nuances . Serve at a temperature of 10-12 degrees 12% VOL

AWARDS : Silver Medal - International Wine Challenge 2021

Ancient vine grown in the central Italy belt. The resulting wine is pale straw yellow in color. On the nose it is intense and elegant with floral scents, notes of white pulp fruit and delicate spicy hints. In the mouth it opens on a pleasant consistency with a slightly acidic structure that gives integrated freshness to a round finish that preserves sweet fruity nuances. Ideal pairing with fish-based dishes, or fresh pasta cheeses.

A special selection dedicated every year to our grandfather and founder Don Antonio. This wine is a tribute to the one who founded TENUTA ULISSE and wants to show the honor of representing Abruzzo and its wines in Italy and in the world.