Cabernet Franc

Name: IGT Veneto
Typology: Tranquillo
Grape: Cabernet Franc.
Grapes main provenance area: Motta di Livenza.
Soil type: clayey texture and silty-loam soils with deep accumulation of calcium carbonate.
Growing system: double guyot.
Plant density: 3500 plants per hectare.
Maximum yield: 100-130 q.li /ha.
Harvest period: September 10th – September 20th.
Vinification: Maceration in contact with the skins for 8-12 days. Subsequent racking and aging in the tank for 3-6 months and subsequent bottling.

Food matches: cold cuts, braised dishes and in general red meats.
Serving temperature: 18-20°.
Glass type: medium-sized red wine glass.

Color: intense red ruby colour.
Aroma: the characteristic herbaceous notes such as rocket, mint stand out. Then follow fruity and spicy notes.
Taste: medium body with end notes of green plants.

Alcohol: 12,00 vol.
Sugars: 1-5 g/l.
Total acidity: 4,5 g/l.
pH: 3.50.