DONKEY"
After years of incessant experimentation, we have identified the Vineyard
"Asinone", the best qualitative potential of our grapes. The "Donkey"
represents the highest expression of our production and the most synthesis
accomplished between tradition, territory and oenological innovation. Obtained by
Sangiovese grapes, expresses a recognizable style and a defined character, but
capable of dealing with international taste trends.
WINE CARD
Classification: DOCG – Vino Nobile di Montepulciano
First year of production: 1983 (born as a reserve)
Average number of bottles produced: Asinone is only produced
in the best years and the
number of bottles produced
reflects the quality of the vintage
itself. Production on average
it is approximately 20,000-35,000 bottles.
In the years in which it doesn't come
bottled, L'Asinone "downgraded" to basic Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.
Variety In the best years Asinone is produced with 100% Sangiovese Prugnolo
Gentle. In the others we add about 10% of Colorino and Merlot products
in the new part of the vineyard.
Surface area of vineyards: 12 ha. (7 ha. planted in 1963, 5 ha. during the 90s)
Altitude: 350 m above sea level
Exposure: South/South-West
Soil type: clayey-loamy in nature with the presence of skeleton
Planting density 3,000 vines per hectare in the old part and 5,000 in the new part
Harvest method: manual in boxes
Winemaking: fermentation takes place in "truncated-conical" stainless steel vats
controlled temperature with punching down integrated with pumping over.
Fermentation and maceration last 20-25 days.
Aging: 16-18 months in new French oak barriques followed by 12 months of
bottle refinement.
Aging capacity: 20-25 years