Cococciola IGT Colline Pescaresi

The Cococciola is an exclusive grape variety from Abruzzo and some area of ​​northern Puglia, of unknown origins, it was first reviewed in Abruzzo by two French ampelographers in 1900.

The grape was rediscovered and re-evaluated in the late 90s. The main characteristics reside in the great acidity and low PH values ​​that make it very suitable for sparkling winemaking and the production of still white wines with a marked freshness and notable citrus notes (Pink grapefruit)

Vines and plants: 100% Cococciola grown in Abruzzo pergola.

Production area: Pescaresi Hills

Exposure: South-West

Soil type: Alluvial deposits mainly gravelly.

Altitude: 250 meters above sea level

Surface: 0.5 Ha

Plant density: 1600 stumps / ha

Harvest: Manual, generally in the first days of October.

Vinification: Preparation of the pied de cuve a few days before harvest, white vinification at a controlled temperature.

Aging: In steel on the fine lees, bottled before the summer.

Alcohol: 12%.