About this wine
Vineyard and terroir
The grapes come from the San Martino vineyard at the Le Fornaci estate. The property lies near Desenzano del Garda and San Martino della Battaglia, in the historic Lugana zone. Its mixed soils contain layers of fine sediments, predominantly calcareous clay and loam. The vines are trained with the traditional archetto system, in which the two canes retained after pruning are bent into arches and tied.
Grapes
100% Turbiana.
Vinification
The grapes undergo gentle pressing with light destemming. The must is clarified by natural sedimentation, followed by a slow fermentation at a controlled 14–18°C.
Ageing
Maturation takes place on fine lees and yeasts in stainless steel. The technical sheet specifies four months in stainless-steel tanks.
Technical data
Alcohol: 12.5% vol. Bottle size: 750 ml.
Tasting profile
Bright straw yellow with greenish reflections. White-flower aromas are joined by peach and an underlying citrus character. The palate is harmonious, rounded and persistent, showing white and yellow fruit, honeyed nuances and a savoury finish.
Serving and pairing
Serve at 8–10°C. Suitable as an aperitif and with hors d’oeuvres, trout, perch, whitefish, salads and Asian dishes.
Label / history
The wine followed years of research in the historic Lugana area and the selection of a small wine-growing estate at San Martino della Battaglia.
