Zafarà White Wine 2022

Zafarà White Wine 2022 Classification: Terre Siciliane Indicazione Geografica Tipica.

Area of Production:  Contrada Zafarana in the Comune of Marsala. North/South exposure.

Altitude: 170 m asl.

Climate: Temperate-warm, Mediterranean.

Terrain: Medium textured soil with red particles.

Grapes yield/ha: 60-80 q.li.

Training System: Counter-espalier, guyot pruning.

Age of vineyards:  30 years.                                                                                                                     

Plant Density: 4,400 plants/ha.

Harvest: First week of September (3 pickings).

Grape Variety: 100% Catarratto.

Vinification: The grapes are hand picked at harvest during the cooler hours of the day. After destemming and a prolonged cold maceration on the skins, the grapes are softly pressed followed by a slow alcoholic fermentation, thermo-controlled.

Aging/Refining: The wine refines in steel vats, maintaining all of its organoleptic characteristics before bottling.

Organoleptic Characteristics:  

• Color: Pale yellow in color.
• Scent: Intense with notes of exotic fruit and hints of bread crust.
• Taste: Sapid, delicate and persistent.

Alcohol Content: 12.5% vol.

Total Acidity: 6.6g/l.

Serving Temperature: 10-12°C.

Food Pairing: It pairs well with fish, white meat and grilled vegetables.

Please note: Upon shipment of wine and spirits are carried ONLY in Italy.