wine

White Zibibbo macerated wine 2020 - Abbazia San Giorgio - IGP - Terre Siciliane

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vintage

2020

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number of bottles produced

1.500 bottles (750 cl e) 

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soil

Volcanic, low organic matter, rich in micronutrients, terraced landscape.

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grape vine

Zibibbo 100% with plants that are 90 or more years old

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size of the vineyard

1.5 hectars

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type of pplant

Alberello Vine of Pantelleria, recently inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

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average age of the vines

100 years

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density per hectar

2,500

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Yield per hectar

15 quintals

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viticulture

“More than Organic”, with the use of some biodynamic techniques. No chemical fertilizers and synthetic products are used during cultivation. Most years the vineyard is left untouched.

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vinification

Spontaneous fermentation, 60 days on the skins. This process occurs naturally, without any additives nor sulfites. Decantation occurs naturally. The wine is unfiltered.

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aging/elevage

Spent chestnut barrels and then six months in amphora.

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wine pairing

Fatty cheese, fois gras, caramelized meats.

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drinking temperature

38 degrees