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2018 Sergio Arcuri 'Aris' Ciro Classico Superiore, Calabria, Italy
$32.99
Varietal:100% native Gaglioppo
Appellation: Cirò DOC
Vineyard: Piciara and Plane of Franze (2 hectares )
Vineyard Work: Organic
Soil: Clay Limestone and red sand
Exposure: SouthWest
Altitude: 105 meters above sea level
Training system: Alberello ( Bushtrained) This training system demands extra work in the vineyard during all phases of vine development and grape cultivation but the growing season is prolonged a precious couple of weeks allowing the grapes to gain concentration and complexity Age of Vines: 66 and 34 years Yield: 1.5 KG per plant; 60 quintals pre hectare Harvest: Manual, beginning of October and in small crates Winemaking: The wine is de-stemmed and crushed immediately. Maceration and fermentation in cement tanks without temperature control. Maturation: On lees for 6 months in concrete tank followed by a further 12 month in concrete and then the wine is bottle aged at least 6 months.
Specs
- Country Italy
- Style Red Wine
- Farming Practices Organic, Biodynamic
- Grapes Gaglioppo
- Food Pairings Roast White Meats, Meaty Fish, Pizza Night, Red Sauce
- Characteristics Wild Side, Flexes w/ Food, Red Fruit