LACRIMA DI MORRO D’ALBA DOP 2020

Alcohol content 13.5% vol

Bottle: Borgognotta light 0.75 Lt

Grape varietal
In order to become a Lacrima di Morro d'Alba holding a DOC classification, it must be exclusively produced from 85% Lacrima grapes with the addition of Montepulciano and/or Verdicchio.

Vinification
Pressing and destemming, maceration and fermentation are conducted under rigidly controlled temperature; wine gets continuously stirred with its skins to extract color, then soft pressed. After several rackings, the wine is ready for vacuum bottling.

Tasting notes
Classic purplish red color conferred by Lacrima grapes. Excellent texture. On the nose there is a penetrating intensity and a long persistence of floral scents reminiscent of rose and sweet violet. On the palate its bouquet is further pronounced with notes of small undergrowth fruits, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries and hints of spices. Tasting experience is further characterized by its excellent persistance conferred by a remarkable, unique aftertaste.

Wine to be ideally enjoyed after one year of refinement from the harvest, but also great after further ageing.

Pairings
Despite being the autumn red wine par excellence, it can be also very appreciable in the summertime. Perfect with aromatic and spicy dishes: curry, saffron, pimento, pink peppers, especially when supported by good smoothness and sharpness. However, the optimal pairing is with traditional first courses of Italian cuisine: bucatini all'amatriciana, pennette all'arrabbiata, and many more.