VolaVolé Cococciola

GRAPES

Cococciola minimo 85%

PRODUCTION AREA

Hills around Chieti- Majella slopes

ORIGIN OF THE GRAPE

Its origins are still uncertain, although it has been present in the ampelographic heritage of Abruzzo native vines for many centuries. It is cultivated almost exclusively in the province of Chieti and in a few areas of Teramo. Following the route of transhumance, it has spread to some places in northern Puglia.

ALCOHOL CONTENT

12,5% Vol

SOIL

Medium – Calcareous

ALTITUDE AND EXPOSURE

Orsogna 432 m. a.s.l.

VINEYARD AGE

15-20 years

PRODUCTION SYSTEM

Pergola abruzzese

HARVESTING

Handpicked

WINEMAKING

The grapes are harvested manually in the middle of September when the acidity content of the grape guarantees the freshness in the wine. Fermentation
yeasts are indigenous selected on the local flora and bound to its biodiversity. The fermentation is carried out at controlled temperature. The maturation on good lees at the end of the fermentation gives to the wine complex and important tones.

SIGHT

Pale straw yellow with greenish hues.

NOSE

Floral delicate bouquet, citrus with really catching herbal hints.

MOUTH

It is citrus, savoury and fresh. It is characterized by a standing out acidity

FOOD PAIRINGS

Good as an aperitif it can be easily paired with seafood appetizers, first dishes not spicy, steam fishes.

TEMPERATURE

12-14°C