CITRA
MONTEPULCIANO D'ABRUZZO D.O.C. CERASUOLO

Wine category: Rosè
Location of vineyards:: Hills of the Province of Chieti
Grapes: 100% Montepulciano
Soil composition: Medium mixture tending to be calcareous-clayey, in microclimatic conditions varying from the foothills of the Majella mountain, to the sweet hills on the high side of the Adriatic Coast.
Altitude: 110-280 m. above sea level.
Exposure: East, South-East.
Cultivation system: Runner system and Abruzzo trellis.
Yield (hectolitres per hectar): 80
Harvesting period: First decade of October.
Vinification: Must obtained by gently pressing the grapes and keeping them in contact for a short period with the skins at low temperatures (cold maceration) and then it is fermented at a controlled temperature.
Colour: Cherry rose, bright with pleasant violet nuances.
Bouquet: Intensely fruity, notes of “cerasa” and strawberry combining with almond and mulberry.
Taste: Harmonic, fresh, sapid and fragrant.
Alcohol content: 12,0% Vol
Serving temperature: 10/12°C
Food pairing: Main courses, ideal with fish soups, white meat, cold cuts and half seasoned cheeses, it matches well with pizza and crustaceans.