Under the historical Torre dei Contini, situated on Canelli's highest hill (380 metres a.s.l.), there is a Moscato vineyard that was planted in 1951, south facing, with a 35° slope and soil composed of calcareous marl and sand and poor in organic substances. In particularly benevolent years, after the grape has reached its peak of ripeness, we delay harvesting for twenty-odd days. The bunch of grapes withers slightly and becomes golden in colour.

In this way there comes about a natural concentration of the sugars therein along with an evolution of the aromatic substances that characterise the delicious perfumes of the Moscato grape of Canelli. There derives a must of extraordinary richness, which is fermented in spring and then remains for some months on its own yeasts prior to bottling.

The richness of its perfumes and structure, with a delicious fragrance and an extraordinary elegance, makes this a unique dessert wine.

Characteristics: intense, complex and fascinating bouquet with clear notes of tropical fruit and honey. Ample, persuasive and highly concentrated flavour.

Life cycle: 4-5 years
Serving temperature: 8-9° C.
Accompaniments: it is a great dessert wine.

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Michele Chiarlo - Azienda Vitivinicola

Strada Nizza-Canelli, 14042 CALAMANDRANA (Asti) - Italy
telefono: (+39) 0141 769030 - fax: (+39) 0141 769033
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