Red
Limonte GB
By Braida, Asti, Piemonte, Italy
Limonte GB is Giuseppe Bologna's late-harvest expression of Grignolino, signed with his initials to showcase the grape's robust, decisive character.
Tasting notes
Limonte GB presents a light ruby hue, with delicate aromas of red currants, rose hips, and a subtle herbaceous note. The palate is fresh and lively, with bright acidity and a dry, savory finish. [Profiles: light, fresh, floral, dry, crisp]
Technical details
- Style
- Red
- Denomination
- Grignolino d'Asti DOC
- Grape
- Grignolino
- Soil
- 40% silt, 30% sand, 30% clay
- Exposure
- Southeast
- Vineyard planting
- Planted 2010, density of 5500 vines per hectare, just under 2.5 hectares in Rocchetta Tanaro
- Vinification
- About 30% of the grapes are vinified whole cluster for 15 days. Malolactic fermentation takes place in barrels, ageing one year before a long bottle-ageing period.
- Serving temperature
- Serve at 16-18°C
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