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On sight, this Falanghina enchants with a luminous golden yellow that gently fades toward amber, reminiscent of a summer sunset’s glow. On the nose, it unfolds into a refined and enveloping interplay of aromas: the sweetness of ripe fruit merges with spicy nuances and floral accents, building into a rich and layered olfactory crescendo. On the palate, it offers a warm and juicy embrace, supported by a full body and impeccable balance. The sip lingers with a long and persistent finish, leaving behind an elegant and harmonious impression.

Variety: 100% Falanghina
Production area: Benevento
Altitude: 400/450 m a.s.l.
Soil type: Clay-limestone
Vines per hectare: 3500/4000 vines/ha
Year of planting: 2001
Training and pruning system: Simple horizontal espalier with Guyot pruning
Yield per hectare: 60/80 q/ha
Harvest period: Late, from late October to early November
Harvest: Manual, in crates, at full aromatic ripeness

Vinification:
The late-harvested grapes are gently pressed whole-cluster. The must is protected from oxygen and undergoes static clarification. Fermentation occurs slowly in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures to enhance the varietal characteristics of Falanghina.

Aging:
Aged in stainless steel with fine lees stirring (batonnage) for 4–6 months. Followed by bottle aging for about one month before release.

Tasting notes:
Golden yellow with amber highlights. On the nose, it’s complex with notes of ripe fruit, spices, and flowers. On the palate, it’s full, warm, and juicy, with excellent balance and long aromatic persistence.

Disposal Instructions

Glass bottle – GL71 – glass recycling
PVC capsule – C/PVC 90 – plastic recycling
Cork stopper (microgranulated) – FOR 51 – organic waste
Box – Paper – PAP 20 – paper recycling

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