Grape varieties

Schiava

Training Method

Guyot, Pergola

Age of the vines

20- 50 years

Yield

85 hl/ha

Alcohol

12.5 %

Residual sugar

3 g/l

Acidity

4.7 g/l

Aging potential

1 - 3 years

Drinking Temperature

13 - 15 °C

This wine contains sulphites.

Details of the location

The vineyards are located in the south and east at an altitude of 230 to 450 meters above sea level. The soil is mainly loamy with a small proportion of limestone gravel and sand.

From grape to wine

Fermentation on the skins with one-week maceration takes place at a controlled temperature of 24 °C, followed by malolactic fermentation. It is then aged for 4 months on the fine lees in both steel and cement tanks.

The wine in the glass

− light cherry red color
− aromatic, fruity nose, dominated by cherry and raspberry tones, with hints of bitter almonds
− middle-bodied, very soft on the palate, a pure drinking pleasure

The perfect accompaniment

Try this Schiava Gentile with bacon and sausage, antipasti, light starters, summer salads or mild soft cheeses. Its fruity aroma and balanced acidity make it a versatile match for a variety of dishes.
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The origin of this wine

The Schiava (= Vernatsch, from the Latin „vernaculus“ to „native“) has a long tradition in Alto Adige and in the Middle Age it was known as „Farnatzer.“ Until a few decades ago, 80 per cent of the area in South Tyrol has been cultivated with Schiava. Meanwhile, that percentage has dropped to below 20 percent. However, the Schiava is still the most widely planted variety in the region.
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