Ricordi Orange Wine
Bianco IGT della Svizzera Italiana
2020
Own production
Grape variety Bianca Maggiore & Kerner
Vineyard location Locarno
Age of vine Kerner 31-33 years, Bianca Maggiore 5-7 years
Soil sandy to gravelly-stony, derived from granite and gneiss rocks
Planting density 4,500 vines per hectare
Cultivation system Simple Guyot
Production per m2 500 g
How it looks
Deep golden yellow. Slight turbidity linked to the production style.
Aroma
Very complex and evolving with due oxygenation. Opens with notes of bitter orange peel and alchechengi. This is followed by malty and herbal notes of thyme, oregano and lemon balm. Closes on a trail of liquorice.
Taste
Palate of great depth and softness. Slight tannic and spicy sensations. The wine is dry and very persistent.
Perfect match with
To be paired with complex and elaborate food. Terreni alla Maggia rice with teriyaki eel and yuzu. Veal pate. Fat semi-hard cheeses, creamy blue cheeses such as gorgonzola with mascarpone.
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