POEMA
It is the first DOCG wine from South Italy. It is produced from the ancient vine “ Vitis Hellenica”. Poema is a very rich and complex wine, full-flavoured and full-bodied.
Vineyards
Hills in Paternopoli, little town near Taurasi DOCG growing area. South- south east 350-500 m. above the sea level.
Vinification
The grapes are carefully selected in the vineyards and in the winery, then they are softly crushed. The process of fermentation is checked through a next-generation technology wine machine. Aging is developed in new French oak barrels and new tonneaux (allier) for 12-18 months; micro- oxygenation may occur during this practice. Then last step in bottle for at least 2 months.
Organoleptic description
Deeply garnet red coulored, this wine has elegant flavours, smelling of fruits and flowers, in particular you can clearly perceive aromas of fruit compote. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, balanced, compact with a pleasing mouthfeel and long finish.
Gastronomic suggestions
You can pair this wine especially with local specialities like soppressata, mogliatielli, vegetable soups, pork, beans, cornbread, mature cheeses.
Analytical information
Alcohol content: 14 -15 % vol.
Total acidity: 5,90 g/l
Yeald per hectare
60 quintals/ha
Grapes variety
100% Aglianico Irpinia
Wine training
Sunburst shaped espalier.