Fontanafredda is a cru that extends entirely within the Fontanafredda Estate. This plot of land constitutes a border between soils of Helvetian and Tortonian origin. The result is a soil with transitional characteristics, with clayey marls and layers of clayey sand. The vinification process occurs in stainless steel vats at controlled temperatures. At the end of the fermentation, the new wine stays in contact with the grape marcs for about one month. The entire aging process occurs in medium and large oak casks for two years, followed by twelve months in bottles.
TASTING NOTES
The color is a moderately intense garnet red with ruby highlights. The nose is greeted with a rich presence of aromas that recall small red fruits and violets. On the palate, the wine is fresh with thick, silky tannins. The aftertaste of red fruit is long and persistent.
PAIRINGS
Ideal with big red meat dishes and medium or mature cheeses, it can also make for pleasant after-dinner company.