Questo vino
Vineyard and terroir
The fruit comes from a vineyard at Tenuta Serra dei Fiori in the municipality of Trezzo Tinella, at 400 m above sea level with southern exposure. Planting density is 4,100 vines per hectare. The vines are trained with renewed fruiting canes. Permanent natural ground cover is maintained, while fertilisation is limited and based on organic materials.
Grapes
70% Chardonnay and 30% Nascetta. Nascetta is a semi-aromatic native Piedmontese variety noted for its longevity.
Vinification
Whole bunches are placed directly in the press and gently pressed. The must is clarified and settled before fermentation in tanks at 10–15 °C.
Ageing
Approximately four months in stainless steel are followed by a further three months in bottle.
Tasting profile
Straw yellow. Floral aromas lead into an emerging mineral character. The palate combines freshness and clarity with persistence and complexity, producing an elegant, highly drinkable style. Further bottle development over a couple of years can bring additional expression.
Serving and pairing
Serve at 10–12 °C. Pair with light starters, delicate first courses and Mediterranean fish dishes.
Label / history
Il Fiore brings together the international Chardonnay variety and the distinctive native Nascetta. The Serra dei Fiori mark combines positive, harmonious gazes into the form of a flower, while the wider design also invokes the suits and values of playing cards.
