Vola Volè - Cococciola Terre di Chieti IGP

Characteristics: With fermentation yeasts from pollen from local flora

Grapes: Cococciola minimum 85%

Cultivation area: Chieti hills - Maiella slopes

Origin of the Vine: Its origins are still uncertain today, even if it has been present for centuries in the ampelographic heritage of the Abruzzese indigenous vines. It is grown almost exclusively in the province of Chieti and in a few areas of the Teramo area. Following the itineraries of transhumance, it has spread to some places in the north of Puglia

Alcoholic Degree: 12.5% ​​Vol

Soil: Medium texture - calcareous

Altitude and Exposure: Orsogna 432 s.l.m.

Age of the vines: 15-20 years

Training System: Abruzzo pergola

Harvest: Manual

Vinification: The grapes are harvested by hand in mid-September when the grapes have an acidic content that guarantees freshness to the wine. The fermentation yeasts are indigenous selected from the flora of the territory and linked to its biodiversity. Fermentation is carried out at a controlled temperature. The maturation at the end of fermentation on the good lees makes it acquire complex and important tones

View: Pale straw yellow with greenish reflections

Nose: Fragrances of raspberries, pomegranate and balsamic tones. Clear sapidity and tannic sensation demonstrating the great vitality of the wine

Taste: Impetuous gustatory attack with fruity and floral notes linked to a present but well integrated tannin. The acid backbone makes it kicking and fresh

Recommended pairing: Perfect to accompany appetizers and fish soups, pasta dishes, delicate cheeses, roasts as long as they are light and not demanding dishes such as pizza

Serving temperature: 12-14 ° C