Sàrolo Don Carlo

Production Aera

In the Valle d'Itria in Contrada Foggia di Sauro-Ostuni – 304 mt. s.l.m ì., 40°41'29” north/ 17°25'18” East

Land

Red earth, partially clayey & sandy with bole underlayers of bole – originating from the decomposition of rich iron hydroxide limestone and limestone.

Grape Variety

100% Susumaniello

Age of vines

5 years old

Cultivation System

Espalier, dry pruning typical of trees, with a per hectare density of 5,600 plants

Per hectare production

60-70 quintal of grapes, with a yield of 60-65% wine

Vinification

Grapes picked and temperatures reduced immediately to 15°C, maceration for alcoholic fermentation, racking and soft pressing.

Maturation

After a short period of rest, separation of crude sediment, malolatic fermentation, after fermentation the wine is transferred to dried french oak panelled barrels for a 18 month maturation period. Optimising organoleptic expression for stabilisation stabilisation and bottling. Bottle maturation for 6 months.

Colour

Crimson with a tendency towards garnet

Fragrance & Taste

Grapes rich in anthocyanin, with robust structure and depth, tender tannin; complex aroma initially closed opening on decantation.

As an accompaniment to

Red meat, braised roasted meats, game and Japanese stewed pork spare ribs. Served at room temperature.

Alcohol

13% - 14% Vol.

Certificato biologico ITBAC 167691