Cabernet Franc - Colli di Parma DOC

AGRONOMIC FEATURES
Variety: Cabernet Franc 100%
Exposure: West North West
Altimetry: 230 mt
Soil type: Clayey calcareous soils
Plant density: 6000 plants/Ha
Breeding system: Simple Guyot
Yield per hectare: 70 q.li
Harvest time: September/October
Average age of the vineyard: 6 years

OENOLOGICAL FEATURES
Typology: I.G.T. Emilia
Bottles produced: 3,200
Harvesting: Manual harvesting with selection of grapes
Fermentation temperature: < 32° C
Duration of fermentation: 40 days with maceration on the skins
Refinement: 12 months in steel
Bottle aging: 3 years
Alcohol content: 14,5 % vol.

ORGANOLEPTIC CHARACTERISTICS
Visual: Dark ruby color.
Tastes: The important spice expressed in a very strong hint of black pepper and red fruit with hints of currant. In the finish the liquorice to support a balsamic note that is a constant of our clayey limestone soils.
Olfactory: Wide and intense nose, on spicy notes.
Serving temperature: 16-18° C.
Food pairing: Ideal with game and goose casserole.

Immerse yourself in the gentle hills of Ozzano Taro and discover Cantina Monte delle Vigne, covering 60 hectares of vineyards in the heart of the DOC Colli di Parma area. The Via Francigena, a natural border that crosses our vineyards, is a testimony to the ancient history of our land.

Our underground winery is perfectly integrated into the surrounding environment, and designed to obtain the best quality from our vines, cultivated with passion and respect for nature and local traditions. We offer cellar tastings to let you discover our unique wines, an expression of the authenticity and dedication that defines us. Come and join us for a wine tasting experience with typical local snacks.

We look forward to welcoming you to Cantina Monte delle Vigne in Parma.