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Castelcerino Soave Colli Scaligeri DOC wine — Filippi winery — Dionysus
WhiteSoaveDOC

Castelcerino Soave Colli Scaligeri DOC

by Filippi · Veneto, Italy

AppellationSoaveDOC
TypeWhite
GrapesGarganega
Alcohol13.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourWhite
Colour depthLight
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at10–12 °C
Keeps for1–2 years
Bottled in0.75 l
FarmingNatural wine ·VinNatur ↗
FilippiVeneto, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The fruit comes from Castelcerino, the vineyard surrounding Filippi’s estate in his home village of the same name. Facing southeast at 290–400 m above sea level, it is the highest vineyard site in Soave. The soils are predominantly basaltic and volcanic, and the vines are 40–70 years old.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness and gently pressed. The must ferments with wild yeasts in 100 L stainless-steel tanks at a controlled temperature. Malolactic fermentation may occur. After settling at low temperatures, the wine is bottled without filtration.

Ageing

The wine spends an extended period on its lees, with bâtonnage during the winter months.

Label / history

Castelcerino takes its name from Filippi’s home village and the vineyard surrounding his estate.