AREA OF ORIGIN
Tuscany, province of Siena (municipality of San Gimignano).
PEDOCLIMATIC ENVIRONMENT
Hilly areas not exceeding an elevation of 500 metres and soil of Pliocene origin made of yellow sand (tufa) and Pliocene clay.
GRAPE VARIETIES
90-100% Vernaccia di San Gimignano, 10% other authorised white grape varieties may be added.
COLOUR
Light straw yellow verging on golden when aged.
CHARACTERISTICS
This wine has a subtle aroma, and an intense, dry and well-balanced flavour with a characteristic slightly bitter aftertaste.
GASTRONOMIC COMBINATIONS
This wine is a suitable accompaniment to fish dishes, fresh cheeses and delicate soups.
SERVING TEMPERATURE
Serve at a temperature of 10°-12° C.
WINEMAKING
In white, at a controlled temperature of 16°-18° C in stainless steel tanks.
