White

Macadì

By Carlin de Paolo, Asti, Piemonte, Italy

Carlin de Paolo Macadì

A 100% Arneis from Terre Alfieri vines 250 to 300 m up, fermented cool for 30 days; 13% alcohol.

Tasting notes

Pale straw yellow with greenish reflections. A floral note of white flowers recalling spring prevails, with a light, delicate fruity note of apple and pineapple. Tends to savoury; clean and dry.

Pairs well with

Pairs perfectly with all fish and white meat dishes; also excellent as an aperitif.

Technical details

Style
White
Denomination
Terre Alfieri DOCG Arneis
Grape
Arneis 100%
Production area
Piedmont Region, Province of Asti
Soil
Loose, clayey and calcareous
Vineyard planting
Altitude 250 to 300 m above sea level; traditional Piedmontese guyot, 4,000 to 4,500 vines per hectare; yield 100 quintals per hectare; average vine age 20 to 30 years.
Vinification
Temperature-conditioned tanks at 12°C for 30 days.
Serving temperature
Serve at around 10°C.

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