Greco di Tufo
The Greco di Tufo defines the beginning of the estate, the same way the estate defines the beginning of the Greco di Tufo. For more than four centuries our vineyards have been producing the best grapes from the most appropriate terroir. The genetic heritage of our vines have given us this thoroughbred
Denomination
Greco di Tufo DOCG
Variety
100% Greco
Location of the vineyards
The vines are located in the Tufo area, near the villages of San Paolo and Santa Lucia, and in Viturine near the village of Santa Paolina.
Exposure and altitude
The lands have a South West exposure and are at an altitude of 350-500m above sea level.
Nature of the soil
Clay and limestone
Training system
Guyot pruned cane
Density of planting
2.500 vines/Ha
Average age of the vines
5 to 20 years
Yield per hectare
About 50 Hl/Ha
Harvest
Handpicked in crates throughout mid October
Vinification technique
Blend of run must and lightly pressed must.
Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations carried out in stainless steel vats.
Fining on lees.
Clarification through cold and light filtering.
Average yearly bottle production
120.000 bottles
Bottle format
750 ml
Alcohol level
Generally 12,5%
Sensorial Description
Sunlight yellow with golden reflections. To the nose, a predominance of flint with notes of orange blossom and wild Mediterranean flowers which evolve into more fruity notes with a very discreet trace of eucalyptus.
In the mouth the first impact is its freshness sustained by its acidity which underlines its structure. A considerable minerality backs the predominant notes of citrus. There is
a pleasant aromatic persistence with a light after-taste of almond and nut. When aged
a little the minerality becomes predominant.
Serving temperature
10-12 °C
Food combinations
Its fresh acidity makes it one of the few wines which accompany beautifully our traditional tomato sauce in every form. Ideal with Pizza, pasta with tomato sauce
as well as garlic based southern Italian dishes. Also ideal with seafood appetizers and grilled fish such a sea bass. Not to forget the Greco as a classic aperitif,
maybe with fried appetizers.