Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG Riserva 2024 FAETA

WINE TYPE: Vernaccia di San Gimignano Riserva Faeta

PRODUCTION AREA:

The wine is produced in the hilly territory of the municipality of San Gimignano, in the province of Siena. The soils are of Pliocene origin, while the vineyards are planted on tuffaceous and clay-rich soils.

GRAPE VARIETIES: Vernaccia 100%

PRODUCTION – WINEMAKING:

Grapes are hand-harvested and gently pressed. Destemming, crushing, and a brief cold maceration. The must ferments at a controlled temperature of around 14°–15°C (57°–59°F) in stainless steel vats and then matures in French oak Tonneaux. It remains here for about 11–12 months, where periodic bâtonnage (lees stirring) is performed. Following an organoleptic evaluation, the wine is bottled for 3 months before being released to the market.

TASTING NOTES:

    Color: Rich straw yellow, with greenish hints tending towards antique gold.

    Aroma: Distinct citrus and fruity notes of peach and apple.

    Palate: Rich, fresh, balanced, and lingering.

    Alcohol Content: 13%

FOOD PAIRINGS:

The wine can be paired with shellfish and oysters, baked fish, saffron, blue and creamy cheeses, and white meats prepared in various ways.

SERVING TEMPERATURE: 8–10°C (46–50°F)