The Zibibbo by Cantina Benvenuto is produced from the same grape variety. After a rigorous manual selection of the bunches, the grapes are destemmed and gently pressed to initiate a cold maceration for about 24 hours. Following a gentle pressing, the must rests at a low temperature for 48 hours to decant. The clear part then proceeds to ferment in 50 hl steel vats, with temperature control and indigenous yeasts. Alcoholic fermentation takes place under controlled temperatures, followed by aging on fine lees, with further aging in the bottle.
Serving Temperature | 10°-12°C |
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Origin | Francavilla Angitola – Vibo Valentia |
Soil | clay-limestone |
Altitude | 350 meters above sea level |
Training System | Spurred cordon |
Harvest | second and third week of September |
Plant Density (vines/ha) | 5000 |
Aging | 8 months in steel |