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Olivelli IGT

by Sassetti Livio Pertimali · Tuscany, Italy

Appellation
VinoIGT
Type
White
Grapes
50% Chardonnay, 50% Vermentino
Sassetti Livio PertimaliTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The vines are spur-cordon trained at a density of 6,000 vines per hectare on limestone-and-clay soils.

Grapes

50% Chardonnay and 50% Vermentino.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested by hand in mid-September. Cold soft pressing is 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 with golden highlights. The fruit-forward nose combines crisp peach and green apple with fragrant white-flower notes. Fresh and lively on the palate, with bright acidity and a persistent finish.

Serving and pairing

Pair with medium-aged Pecorino di Pienza or fish dishes.