LANGHE FAVORITA doc

• Grape varietal: 100% Favorita
• Geographic area, soil and climate conditions of the vineyards: Created with grapes grown in the hills of the Roero territory that extend towards the banks of the Tanaro river, the Favorita Porta Rossa exalts the characteristics of the climate and soil present in the vineyards. The soil is composed of sand and marine fossils. This wine has been quoted since 1676 in the Colombaro, a feudal estate in the district of Vezza the Roero Counts owned.
• Average altitude of the vineyards: 150 m. above sea-level.
• Exposure: Basically South-West and very sunny all day.
• Yield: Regulations allow 10 tons per hectare but according to the principles of quality of the winery, our vintners obtain a lower yield that signifies better grapes in terms of sugar and extracts content.
• Vinification process: Soft pressing and immediate separation of the husks from the must. Slow fermentation in temperature controlled (18/20°) vats using selected yeast.
• Organoleptic characteristics:
  Light straw-yellow colour with greenish reflections
  Fresh and elegant bouquet with scents of herbs
  Dry and harmonious flavour made vivid by a slight fizzing note and an almond finish
  Finished alcohol: 11.5 % Volume
  Total minimum acid: 5/1000
  Dry extract: 15 gr. per litre
• Pairings: It is a good companion for cold meat and fish appetisers but is basically a gentle drink for social occasions, tempering the harshness of the summer season.
• Serving tips: Stern whose bowl narrows in the middle and enlarges towards the brim to immediately capture all the aroma of the wine. Serve at a temperature of 7/8° C