Castello di Buttrio Mon Blanc 2012
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The color is pale yellow with greenish hues. The nose is fine and elegant, fruity nearly spicy. On the palate distinct freshness and a persistent finish.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2012
Varietal
Tocai Friulano, Ribolla Gialla, Malvasia Istriana
Appellation
Friuli Colli Orientali DOC
Vineyard Designation
From the “I Ciliegi” vineyard at Castello di Buttrio
Aging
For 6-8 months on the fermentation lees kept in suspension by periodic stirring
Fermentation
Soft pressing with separation of the press fractions. Settling at 14 °C for 24-36 hours. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 18-20 °C. The varieties are picked and vinified separately and blended prior to bottling.
Alcohol %
12.5
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Serving Temperature: 42 -50° F
Vineyard Notes
Soil: Alternate layers of marl and sandstone of Eocene origin, known as “ponca” in Friuli Venezia Giuliaano Training System: Single Guyot at 5,000 vines per hectare Vineyard sites: Hillslopes, terraced for improved vineyard management.
Food Pairing Notes
Outstanding partner for all fish dishes- from fried sardines, to raw fish and sea truffles. Perfect also as an aperitif.