Red

Freisa d'Asti Superiore

By Cantina Nicola, Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy

Cantina Nicola Freisa d'Asti Superiore

A 100% Freisa from 350 m on south-east slopes, macerated about 15 days on the skins and aged 12 months in oak.

Tasting notes

Brilliant ruby red, with aromas of dried fruit and raspberry jam. A wine of great structure and longevity.

Technical details

Style
Red
Denomination
Freisa d'Asti Superiore DOC
Grape
Freisa 100%
Cru / vineyard
Pietra
Production area
Altitude 350 m a.s.l.
Soil
Clay and limestone
Exposure
South-east
Harvest
Hand harvest, first ten days of October
Vinification
Destemmed and crushed, fermented at a controlled temperature of 26 °C with skin maceration of about 15 days. Aged 12 months in oak barrels.

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