Zaccagnini – ‘Salmagina’ – Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore DOC
| Producer: |
Zaccagnini |
| Wine: |
“Salmagina” Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore |
| Grape Variety: |
Verdicchio |
| Production Zone: |
Staffolo, Castelli di Jesi |
| Altitude: |
450 m above sea level |
| Surface Area/Yield: |
35 ha |
| Exposure: |
South-west |
| Soil: |
Clay, Tuff & Sand |
| Vinification & Aging: |
The grapes are hand harvested in September with several passages to select the slightly over-ripened grapes. In the cellar the grapes are gently pressed and fermentation takes place at low temperature for 3 – 4 weeks. The wine is aged in cement tanks “sur lies” (on yeasts) for 6 months. |
| Production: |
1,600 Cases |
| Alcohol: |
14.5% |
| Description: |
Intense straw yellow with greenish hue, brilliant. Elegant hints of acacia and delicate notes of field flowers. Gentle, soft, intense and long lasting. |
| Food Pairing: |
Fantastic with whitefish, grilled prawns, oysters, lobster risotto – all the fruits of the sea. Grilled chicken in lemon sauce. Green olives and hearty appetizers. |
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