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Appellations : Castel del Monte DOC

History and grape variety : & egrave; an Apulian white grape variety that recent investigations have established to be nothing more than a variety; of the Verdeca grape. DNA analyzes and a multidisciplinary comparison were able to establish the equality between the two vines although, still today, they are classified distinctly. The vine & egrave; known in Puglia since the 19th century and the information on the origins of this vine is very scarce, despite being a native Apulian cultivated for many years especially in the Castel del Monte area as evidenced by Frojo's writings of 1875. Also called Rizzulo and Pampanuta, & egrave; a variety; vigorous and productive, quite tolerant to adversity; climatic and the main parasitic diseases. Ripening takes place between the end of September and the beginning of October. Its high wort yield and neutrality; until a few years ago they made the flavor a valid product for the quantitative aspects for use in blends and blends with other wines of greater enological renown; in fact & egrave; often vinified with Bombino bianco as for it is; fairly complementary due to its low acidity; but good sugar content. & nbsp; In recent years, a re-evaluation has been attempted also on an autonomous basis with quite good and encouraging results. The result is a product with a delicate, fine taste, good color and brilliance, to be destined for "fresh" consumption. & Nbsp;

Characteristics : it has a medium, orbicular and five-lobed leaf. It has medium, conical or pyramidal clusters, medium compact and compact. It has medium-sized berries, with a spheroidal shape. The peel is pruinose, quite thick and consistent, with a green-yellow color. From the vine we obtain a straw yellow colored wine with fresh, fragrant and slightly fruity aromas, a fine and delicate taste.

To be tasted with : it lends itself well to simple everyday combinations with a temperature between 10 & deg; -12 & deg ;. The wine is very delicate, and therefore should not be covered with overly aromatic and tasty dishes. & Egrave; it is therefore advisable to choose fish dishes cooked in foil or fresh seasonal vegetables. Also good with fresh cheeses and unseasoned cold cuts.