White

Monolite

By Hic et Nunc, Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy

Hic et Nunc Monolite

Cortese from white marl soils, partly aged in barrique, and the first label the estate made. 15% alcohol as published.

Tasting notes

Intense pale straw yellow. Very intense nose of fresh fruit and white flowers, with pear, peach and honey. Savoury, fresh, balanced and persistent on the palate.

Pairs well with

Fish dishes, first courses, white meats and fresh or medium-aged cheeses.

Technical details

Style
White
Denomination
Monferrato DOC Casalese Cortese
Grape
Cortese
Cru / vineyard
Bussone
Production area
Vignale Monferrato
Soil
White marl soils
Exposure
South-facing, 170 m above sea level
Vineyard planting
Bussone vineyard (2022 vintage), vines 38 years old, sunny position
Vinification
Hand harvest, soft pressing, slow fermentation in barrique. 90% aged in steel for 12 months, 10% in barrique for at least 6 months.
Serving temperature
8-10°C

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