Donna Lisa Malvasia Bianca IGT Salento Leone de Castris
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Donna Lisa Malvasia is produced with 100% Malvasia Bianca grapes, harvested in the first ten days of September.
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Donna Lisa Malvasia is produced with 100% Malvasia Bianca grapes, harvested in the first ten days of September.
The grapes, such as Nebbiolo (Chiavennasca), Prugnola and Rossola, from the Grumello sub-area, are vinified "in red" with a medium-long maceration. After 2 months in steel and 18 months in large 80 hl Slavonian oak barrels, followed by another 4 months of aging in bottle.
Verdeca grapes express themselves with the characteristic straw yellow and greenish reflections.
Wine produced in an alpine environment using Nebbiolo grapes vinified in white. The geological origin of the land dates back to the collision between the African and European plates that gave rise to the Alps. The great variability of the resulting rocks give minerality and elegance.
The intense yellow color is crossed by golden reflections. Its scent is complex but delicate. There are fruity notes, in particular of pear and peach. On the palate it is well structured and with lasting flavor. After a few moments in the glass, Pinot Grigio develops a full aroma. Harmonious in...
The origin of this vine seems to be Spain from which it would have spread to the northern Tyrrhenian coasts where it is still widely cultivated today.