Buceci – Catarratto-Inzolia, Monreale DOC
| Producer: |
Buceci |
| Wine: |
Catarratto-Inzolia, Monreale DOC |
| Grape Variety: |
60% Catarratto, 40% Inzolia |
| Production Zone: |
Santa Cristina Gela, Monreale, Sicily |
| Altitude: |
2600 feet above sea level |
| Surface Area/Yield: |
150 acres / ¾ ton per acre |
| Exposure: |
Southwest |
| Soil: |
Clay |
| Vinification & Aging: |
After the natural cultivation of the vines harvest, the grapes come to the cellar where they are pressed in stainless steel tanks. Then they are transferred into a temperature regulator to drop the temperature of the grapes down to 50˚F. The grapes are softly pressed again at low pressure. Then, the must is pumped into another tank where it rests for 24 hours at a low temperature. The following day the residuals are removed and the fermentation can start with a clean must. Periodically, the must is pumped again to eliminate residuals on the bottom of barrels and tanks. The wine is then racked for aging: 1 year in barrels and 6 months in bottle prior to its release. |
| Production: |
320 cases |
| Alcohol: |
12.5% |
| Description: |
The color is straw yellow with green reflections. Aromas of unripe pineapple, cantaloupe. The taste is full, freshly aromatic, with a citrus aftertaste and with a good acid balance. |
| Food Pairing: |
Excellent with fish and white meats antipasti, great with grilled meats. |
|
