mid September, hand harvested in the coolest hours of the day
Sauvignon
Vigneto Bellazoia
Grape variety |
sauvignon blanc |
|---|---|
Type of soil |
marl and sandstone flysch of Eocene origin. Locally known as “Ponca” |
Exposition |
south / south west |
Pest control |
low environmental impact integrated pest management |
Temperature service |
12°C |
Alcohol |
13,5% abv |
after a soft press, the must has been decanted for 24 hours at a fixed temperature of 0°C, then fermentation in stainless steel vats for 18 days with 16°C temperature controlled
TASTING NOTES
pale lemon colour with greenish highlights; The nose it’s quite intense and complex with herbaceous notes, lime zest, passion fruits, white flower, eldeflower and boxwood. On the palate is harmonius, intense, fruity, crispy and herbaceous. The finish is very persistant and elegant
FOOD PAIRINGS
the complexity and minerality of this wine makes it pairs very well with any shellfish dishes like spaghetti and lobster. A must try with soft goat cheese, even better if aged
GAMBERO ROSSO AWARD – ITALIAN WINES 2023
DOC FCO Sauvignon Vigneto Bellazoia annata 2021 awarded three red glasses 
DECANTER WORLD WINE AWARDS 2022
DOC FCO Sauvignon Vigneto Bellazoia 2020 – 91 points Silver Medal 
GAMBERO ROSSO AWARD – ITALIAN WINES 2021
DOC FCO Sauvignon Vigneto Bellazoia annata 2018 awarded one red glass 
DOC FCO Sauvignon Vigneto Bellazoia annata 2017 awarded two red glasses 
DECANTER WORLD WINE AWARDS 2020
DOC FCO Sauvignon Vigneto Bellazoia 2017 – 87 points
