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Montecucco Bianco DOC

by Sassetti Livio Pertimali · Tuscany, Italy

AppellationMontecuccoDOC
TypeWhite
Grapes100% Vermentino della Maremma
Sassetti Livio PertimaliTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The vines grow on limestone and clay soils. They are trained using the spurred-cordon system at a density of 6,000 vines per hectare. The grapes are harvested manually in mid-September.

Grapes

100% Vermentino della Maremma.

Vinification

The grapes undergo gentle cold crushing, followed by fermentation in stainless-steel tanks at a controlled temperature.

Ageing

Three months in stainless-steel tanks.

Technical data

Alcohol: 12.5%.

Tasting profile

Straw yellow in colour, with vivid aromas of grapefruit, citrus peel and white flowers. The palate combines pleasant mineral notes with freshness.

Serving and pairing

Suggested pairings include medium-aged Pecorino di Pienza and Maremman tortelli filled with ricotta and spinach.