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Feudi del Pisciotto

Baglio del Sole Inzolia Catarratto IGT Sicilia

A combination of two noble white grapes, Inzolia e Catarratto, whose enormous potential is only now being discovered (Cataratto in the past was used to produce Marsala). Now blended in similar quantities, which may vary from vintage to vintage, they create a quite unique wine with an interesting personality.

Denomination: White wine IGT Sicilia

Vintage: 2011

Yearly bottle production: 50.000

Grapes: 50% Inzolia – 50% Catarratto

Vinification: in steel for 15 days at a controlled temperature (15°C)

Malolactic fermentation : Done

Ageing: 4 months in steel

Bottle refinement: 4 months

Harvest: end of August

Hectare gain: 70 q.li/ha

Plant density: 5.900

Vineyards height: 80 mt. s.l.m.

Age of productive vines: 4 years

Growth system: Spurred cordon

Type of soil: Medium mixture tending to sandy

Serving Temperature: 10-12°C

Tasting Notes:
Color:Brilliant straw yellow
Bouquet:intense, clean, pleasing and elegant aromas of hawthorn, pear, peach, pineapple, citrus fruits
Flavor:Pleasing on the palate with a crisp attack. Well balanced, with good body and intense flavors
Pairings:Perfect with fish and crustacean appetizers, pasta or risotto with fish or vegetables. Good as an aperitif

Region Sicilia

Grapes Used: Inzolia 50%

Cataratto 50%

Alcohol:12.50%