Prima Nicchia

The vineyard
Geographic position: Zagarolo (RM). Lazio Region
Soil: silicon 75%, clay 25%,
Age of the vines: 23 years old
Trellising System: spurred cordon
Vine Density: 4500 vines/ha
Production: around 75 q/ha

The Wine
Prima Nicchia is the evolution to the past of our Tufaio Traditional Method, it is born out of the necessity to rediscover the ancient method of my Granpa Giggi.
It is a sparkling wine refermented in bottle. The ‘prise de mousse’ takes places thanks to its own yeasts and sugar, helped by a little portion of White pinot must kept at a controlled temperature till bottling.

Grape variety: Trebbiano giallo 100%
Alcohol: 12,5%

Method of production
Method: Ancestral (not disgorged)
First wine-making: Temperature-controlled fermentation without skin contact for 12 days at 18°C

Aging in bottle: 48 months

Organoleptic properties
Perlage: Elegant and persistent. Slightly veiled since it is unfiltered.
Colour: Intense golden yellow
Nose: Intense, with notes of flowers, fresh fruit and minerals
Taste: Great personality, elegant and vibrant

Pairings
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