Identity
| Producer | Ampeleia |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | IGT |
| Grapes | 100% Cabernet Franc |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Red color |
| Aroma | Energetic minty note typical of Cabernet Franc, fresh fruit, mineral notes, cassis, wild berries, fresh herbs, Mezcal, white pepper funk |
| Palate | Medium-bodied with good fruit concentration, firm youthful tannins balanced by supple fruit and crispness, multifaceted complexity with wet earth and smoke |
| Finish | Persistent mineral notes on the finish inviting another sip, long mineral finish |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with beef, lamb, and other rich meats |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| ABV % | 12.5 |
| Aging Process | 10 months aging in concrete tanks, 15% whole cluster |
| Fermentation | Fermentation in concrete tanks with 15% whole cluster |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 500 m |
| Soil | Soil rich in clay marked by typical calcareous galestro and palombini rocks |
| Harvest Desc | Harvested in mid-September |
Interesting facts
| Ampeleia was born in 2002 from the collaboration of Elisabetta Foradori and two friends. The vineyards are within the Colline Metallifere UNESCO Geopark, known for exceptional geological interest. Ampeleia is the first estate in Italy to have five labels of Cabernet Franc. |