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Freisa d’Asti

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Characteristics
Recent researches of Turin University indicated a genetic relationship between Nebbiolo and Freisa grapes. Freisa is a native grape of Piemonte, it is cultivated in various areas near Asti and it has found an optimal collocation on the hills around Castelnuovo Don Bosco. A light but lingering effervescence softens the varietal thread of tannins and highlights the fresh scents of raspberry and spring blossoms. Crisp and refreshing, it develops full on the palate and concludes on a pleasantly bitterish note. Ideal as a accompaniment to Piedmont-style antipasti, to light dishes, and charcuterie. Production area Castelnuovo Don Bosco and Schierano vineyards Grape 100% Freisa d’Asti Altitude and exposure 320 mt a.s.l., south/west System of cultivation Guyot Soil type grey-blue clayey marl

Vinification
Freisa, fresh and slightly sparkling, was a sort of “champagne” of the hills around Turin, drunk in the old “osteria” it’s part of the tradition of many generations. Its sparkling is due to the traditional way of working it: before bottling it, we add to the dry wine a small amount of product kept sweet, to produce a second fermentation that enriches the wine of its typical perlage, thus obtaining a very pleasant wine, slightly sparkling and easy to drink. Alcohol 12,5% vol. Total Acidity 5,6 gr/lt Bottle size 750 ml, or 500 ml. Bordolese Bottle cap “agglomerate birondellato” cork

References
Guida dei Vini d’Italia Luca Maroni, 2008 - One glass Guida ai Vini d’Italia Gambero Rosso, 2008 Duemilavini Associazione Italiana Sommeliers, 2007 - Three grapes I Vini d’Italia Guida dell’Espresso, 2007 - Two bottles

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