Fruit
Earth
Acid
Body
Tannins
Notes from Vos Selections:
"This property has been in the Scala family for 200 years. Originally founded in 1949, the winery was rebuilt in 2005. The domaine is currently run by Luigi Scala, who favors quality over quantity and aims to produce distinguished Calabrian wines. From the growing of the grapes to the refinement and aging of the wines, Luigi follows family traditions to best express the terroir. He was joined in 2008 by his son Francesco, who oversees the business side of the winery. The Cirò DOC was created in 1969."
Country
Italy
Sub-Region
Cirò DOC
Region
Calabria
Varieties
Gaglioppo
Farming
Organic
Soil
Clay and sand
Winemaking
The grapes are de-stemmed, then macerate at 77F until the fermentation is completed. After a soft pressing, the wine is racked and left in cement tanks for a minimum of 10 to 12 months.