VARIETY
Moscadello
DESCRIPTION
An historical “pearl” of Montalcino and Banfi perfect balance between
aromatic expression and acidity.
The winter was rich in rainfall with little snow. The vegetative recovery
phase took place during the usual times, with budding that developed in
the second half of April. In May, copious rain favored the vegetative
development. The summer of 2018 was particularly humid and
characterized by frequent precipitations, often in form of storms.
September and October, on the other hand, were sunny months, with
temperatures higher than the seasonal average and good temperature
ranges.
Straw yellow colour, with intense gold reflections. it is characterized by an
extreme variety of aromas and scents. On the nose intense hints of dried
apricot, honey and candied orange stand out. In the mouth, it is round and
full. The remarkable residual sugar is well balanced by a good acidity.
Silky and very persistent,
Perfect as a meditation wine but also paired with dry or with very mature
or blue cheeses.
TECHNICAL NOTES
Soil: predominantly clayey and shallow with pebbles.
Trellising System: spurred cord
Planting Density: 4200 vines/ha.
Yield: 30 q/ha.
Drying: natural on the vine
Fermentation: in temperature-controlled (16°-18°C) stainless
steel tanks, and in French oak barrique in the end.
Aging: 20% in French oak barrique (350 l.) and the remaining
part in stainless steel tanks.
Alcohol: 15%
Suggested serving temperatures: 10-12°C
First vintage produced: 1982