Calcaia Orvieto Muffa Nobile D.O.C. 2016 Barberani

On autumn mornings, a thick fog envelops the vineyards of Orvieto Classico. The grapes, in this particular microclimate, are gradually attacked by a particular mould, the "Botrytis Cinerea" which, if particular atmospheric conditions occur, transforms into "Muffa Nobile". The morning humidity alternating with a mild and breezy afternoon climate is the sine qua non for this magic to manifest itself. This Mold feeds, from the outside, on the liquid content of the fruit where it takes root, dehydrates the berry, concentrating its sugars and acidity. The "Botrytis Cinerea" thus enhances the organoleptic complexity of the wine, giving it unique and unmistakable aromatic and gustatory notes. For the harvest, at least five or six successive harvests are necessary, repeated at different times, distributed between October and December, in order to collect only the fruits that have taken root from the "Muffa Nobile" and from time to time leave those not yet ready on the plant. The musts obtained are particularly dense, rich and fragrant. The subsequent fermentation takes place slowly and constantly for a prolonged period and stops naturally.

SIZE / WEIGHT: 0.50 litres.

ORIGIN: Umbria.

FEATURES: Golden yellow in colour, elegant and enveloping aroma of acacia honey and spicy and saffron scents; Taste: Oily and persuasive, harmoniously soft, sweet and persistent. Organic product.

GRAPES: Grechetto and Trebbiano Procanico.

SERVING TEMPERATURE: It can be drunk cold (10°) or at room temperature (18-20°).

ALCOHOL: 11% vol.

STORAGE METHOD: Place cool away from sunlight.

RECOMMENDED PAIRINGS: It goes well with foie gras appetizers, blue, goat or spicy cheeses, dry pastries. It is a great meditation wine.

SPECIFIC NOTES: Contains sulphites.

PRODUCER: Barberani & C.