The Rivetti family, following the Piedmontese tradition of producing monovarietal wines, decided to vinify Colorino in purity. They were confident that this variety holds a unique identity. The nose shows hints of dark fruit, with herbaceous and earthy notes. While on the palate it is smooth and full-bodied, while having also very good minerality.
100% Colorino
Vineyards within the municipality of Terricciola (Casanova) and those in Casciana Terme.
Maceration and alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled vats for an average period of 14-15 days. Malolactic fermentation done in used (2nd passage), followed by 24 months of aging. Finally, bottle-aged for about 6 months.
2005
6.000 bottles
Lampredotto with Potatoes, Aged cold cuts
16/17° C
Bordeaux
Colorino
Terricciola, Casciana Terme
South-West, South-East
5 acres
250 m. a.s.l.
25 year-old
Terricciola is sandy, of marine origins and rich with oceanic sediments. While Casciana Terme has rocky soil, by which is strongly characterized by travertine.
