Tufaio Pas Dosè

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

Il vino
The Tufaio Pas Dosé represents the very beginning of our winery since it is the first wine produced in 1990, against the trend of that time based on ‘romanella’ (local sparkling wines) and brachetto. It is a traditional method pas dosé sparkling wine, produced and aged totally inside the tufa cave hand-carved in 1881, which has a natural temperature of about 12,5 °C. The whole process is carried out manually: the bottling, that takes place inside the cave itself, the remuage sur pupitre, as well as the dégorgement à la volée.

Grape variety: White pinot 100%
Alcohol: 12,50%

Method of production
Method: Traditional; Pas Dosé; dégorgement à la volée
First wine-making: Temperature-controlled fermentation without skins for 12 days at 18°C
Aging in bottle: 24 months on fine lees inside the cave.

Organoleptic properties
Perlage: elegant, fine, with bubble chains at the centre of the glass
Colour: Bright golden yellow
Nose: Intense, floral and fruity scents and minerals hints.
Taste: Good-bodied, elegant and pleasantly dry

Pairings
Fish or delicate cheese, white meats, perfect with grilled bacon. Great for your aperitif as well.

Awards
BIBENDA 2016 – 4 Grappoli Tufaio Brut 2012