Orlandi Contucci Ponno
Situated in the fertile Vomano river valley, about 2 kilometers from the Adriatic Sea and less than 20 from the majestic Gran Sasso Mountains (m.2920), Orlandi Contucci Ponno enjoys a privileged climate benefiting stability provided by the sea as well as the mountain breezes that temper the heat of the summer nights. The fortunate coincidence of mountains and sea create the regular and continuous environment essential to the development of high quality fruit and exceptional wines.
Pecorino
Pecorino Superiore DOC
Pecorino Superiore DOC
Appellation: Abruzzo Pecorino Superiore D.O.C.
Grape Variety: 100% Pecorino
Soil Composition: Calcareous loam rich in heavy stone
Harvest: By hand, with selection of the grapes in the vineyard
Vinification and Aging: The freshly harvested grapes undergo cryomaceration, which favours better extraction of the varietal aromas. This is followed by soft pressing. Temperature-controlled fermentation then takes place in stainless steel tanks. The wine spends another four months here, until it is bottled the following spring. Ageing is perfected over a further two months in the bottle, after which the wine is ready for sale
Color: Pale straw yellow with faint greenish highlights
Bouquet: Typical aromas of tropical fruit, white flowers and broom
Palate: Pleasant, fresh, with good acidity, savoury and well-structured with balsamic notes of sage and mint
Alcohol Content: 13.5% vol.
Serving Temperature: 10 - 12°C
Pairings: This crisp wine is well suited to everyday consumption with all courses of a meal. Recommended with fish dishes