PETRALUCE Verdeca Salento IGT – Castello Monaci

PETRALUCE – Verdeca Salento IGT – Castello Monaci

Petraluce was born in 2012. The idea comes from the will and the need to enhance the white grape varieties of the area. The vine originates from the Itria Valley, where it was bottled in Rhenish-style bottles. In the past it was a fairly neutral grape variety, which was mainly used to make Vermouth. The processing in reduction from oxidation of the grapes from this vine allows instead to bring out very delicate and elegant notes. Verdeca is characterized by the greenish reflections that distinguish the wine especially in the first months of bottling. The name Petraluce evokes our territory, with the famous white stone and its very intense light. Brindisi production area.

VINIFICATION AND AGING
The harvest takes place during the night to preserve the highest possible acidity and to proceed with fermentation in the coolest hours of the day, avoiding sudden changes in temperature; there is also the further advantage of a reduction in energy consumption. After crushing and soft pressing, in reduction from oxidation, the grapes ferment at a controlled temperature for 15 days in steel tanks.

ALLERGENS: Contains sulfites

TASTING: Yellow color with bright greenish reflections; delicate bouquet, with hints of mown hay grass, fruit (tropical and peach) and flowers (jasmine, white flowers, wisteria and violet). Vegetable notes also emerge. In the mouth it enters soft, then it grows in acidity, minerality and good flavor. Unripe fruit is felt. A dense body and a beautiful structure with a dry and long finish.

Recommended with: Perfect match with fresh cheeses and grilled chicken breast. Highly recommended with seafood first courses, pasta with basil pesto, raw fish and baked vegetables.

Alcohol: 12,00%