Cigliano

Producer:
Cupertinum Cantina Sociale Cooperativa Di Copertino
Region:
Puglia
Grape:
Chardonnay (100%)
Classification:
IGT Salento
Vintage:
2018
Capacity:
0.75 l

A dry white wine made with Chardonnay grape. Aromatic and soft, with good structure and low acidity. Originating from vineyards located around Lecce, reminding of ripe white melon. Full and fresh in the mouth with hint of herbal notes, salvia and anise. Pleasant to taste, long lingering aftertaste.

Details

Color: straw yellow with goldish reflections.
Aroma: delicate, fruity, notes of white melon, salvia and anise.
Flavor: dry, fresh, harmonious.
Food matching: perfect with fish and sea food, vegetables and white meat.
Serving temperature: 8°C/10°C.
Alcohol content: 13%.

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