Bianco Delle Ripalte Costa Toscana Igt 2022 - Tenuta delle Ripalte

TYPE IGT Costa Toscana Vermentino

PRODUCTION AREA Capoliveri Elba Island

TYPE OF SOIL Metamorphic granite. 180mt / 350mt above sea level

VINIFICATION After the harvest, when fully ripe, followed by delicate pressing and white vinification in a horizontal press. After a static racking begins the fermentation at a controlled temperature; at the end of this phase, after a rough decantation, the wine remains in contact with the fine lees for a few months. The conservation takes place in stainless steel vats.

COLOR Deep straw yellow, with golden reflections.

BOUQUET On the nose: intense and persistent, fine and elegant, white fruit and citrus fruits are highlighted and also a reminder of the Mediterranean scrub.

PAIRINGS In addition to the classic combinations with seafaring and rustic island cuisine, Vermentino finds an ideal link in raw fish based appetizers, as well as in risottos, especially with asparagus; it also goes well with sweet cheeses, of medium consistency and not too mature.

TASTE On the palate: very balanced and fresh, harmonious and delicately fruity, good minerality and savory aftertaste, the hint of bitter almond is typical in the finish.

NOTES The stony nature, the volcanic origin of the soil and the hot and arid climate unite Elba to many Mediterranean regions such as Sardinia and Corsica, where this vine excels. The vineyards of Gorgaccio and Pascoli Alti, from which the grapes come, rise between two ancient iron mines; this circumstance makes Vermentino even more interesting for its marked minerality, while the extreme proximity to the sea gives these vineyards a particular energy. The freshness and good acidity are guaranteed by the altitude of the vineyards.

AGING Refinement in the bottle for at least three months.