Masi, Fresco di Masi, BiancoVerona IGT, White, 75cl

Description

Fresco di Masi is a new line of handcrafted organic wines, with a low alcohol content and authentic flavour profile. These are wines made “with the simplicity of former times, but to today’s high quality standards.”

Made from grapes harvested at the coolest time of day and immediately vinified, Fresco di Masi Bianco has an attractive nose of fresh fruit, with pineapple and citrus notes, and delicate wildflower aromas.

Producer: Masi

Region: Veneto

Country: Italy

Colour: White

Classification Bianco Verona IGT Organic wine

Origin Organically cultivated vineyards located in Zuane, in the commune of Rivoli Veronese (province of Verona). The basaltic soil has good structure and is full of schist and sand, the result of glacial erosion and consequent fluvial deposits. The vineyards are planted on a plateau, on the right bank of the Adige river, and benefit from the fresh breezes which run through the Adige Valley and protect the vines from the infections that are typical of wet environments. Organic cultivation practices include: sexual confusion of pests; grassing over the vine rows; minimum use of machinery; no pesticides, herbicides or any other dangerous chemical products; emergency drop irrigation.

Grape varieties: 60% Garganega, 25% Chardonnay, 15% Pinot Grigio.

Vinification: Hand-selection and hand-picking early in the morning. Immediate transport to the winery, destalking, soft pressing of whole berries, various natural gravity decantations, at cool temperatures. Natural fermentation is enhanced by indigenous wild yeasts at a temperature of 17-20°C/62-68°F. The resulting wine is not filtered and has no contact with wood barrels. No use of substances of animal origin during the entire process of production (Vegan friendly).

Maturation: In stainless steel tanks during the coldest months of November and December

Tasting Notes: Intense straw yellow in colour, with some light coppery reflections. Can have slight cloudiness, as is typical for non-filtered wines. On the nose, rich aromas of white fruit, particularly pears, and flowery scents. Attractive and surprisingly full bodied on the palate, with a clear and evident fruity character, mainly based on the sweetness and acidity of pineapples. The finish is very fresh and clean.

Food pairing: Excellent as an aperitif and with simple foods of contemporary cuisine based on cereals, vegetables, fish and white meats.

Serving Temperature: 8-10°C.