Grape Variety
95% Croatina - 5% Vespolina
Vineyards
Yield per hectare approx. 30 quintals/ha
Vinification
Harvested in the first or second ten days of October. Fermentation and maceration on the skins for 6 days in a 25hl open wooden vat and 20hl open stainless steel vats with manual punch downs and pump overs. After pressing, aged for one year in tonneaux (double 450-liter barriques) new and used, in the second year in Slavonian oak barrels of 20-28hl. Malolactic fermentation in wood, bottled 2 years after the harvest
Tasting Notes
Le Piane Rosso di Le Piane is ruby red with garnet reflections. On the nose it releases aromas of fruit recalling currant and cherry, floral notes recalling violet, herbaceous with a finish of tobacco scents. On the palate it is intense and persistent characterized by great acidity and harmony.
Food and Wine Pairing
Le Piane Rosso di Le Piane is perfect to accompany intense first courses based on meat, red meat main courses, stews and game.
Serving Temperature
16-18°C
