ULISSE Unico Pecorino Terre di Chieti IGP 2023 - Tenuta Ulisse

Denomination Terre di Chieti PGI Grapes Pecorino Grape Variety native to the Adriatic side of the central Apennines. Bunch is medium-small, cylindrical and elongated, with a small spherical, golden yellow grape, with a robust skin. The reason for the denomination equal to the well-known cheese is uncertain but it is probably due to the seasonal movements of the shepherds who, returning from the mountain areas in September, brought their flocks to graze on the vineyards where the belch had already been collected. Vinification Sorting and placing of the whole grapes in the exclusive "Ulysses" cooling tunnel and sudden lowering of the temperature with consequent cryomaceration of the skin and extraction of the aromatic compounds Destemming, pressing in an inert environment, cold static clarification Slow fermentation at a controlled temperature of 11 ° C in thermoregulated and inertized tanks. Refinement In steel tanks with subsequent refinement in the bottle. Organoleptic characteristics, pairings The wine has a fairly intense straw yellow color with greenish reflections. the aromas are very intense with pleasant notes of white fruit such as peach, citrus and exotic fruit. in the mouth it is immediately appreciated for its good acidity and minerality. In particular, citrus notes reminiscent of grapefruit are appreciated as well as a slight sensation of exotic fruit such as papaya. The finish is of great persistence and pleasantness. excellent with raw fish appetizers, first courses and roast fish. Serving temperature 8/10 ° C