Le Arcaie Greco Di Tufo DOCG 2022 Passo delle Tortore

Le Arcaie Greco di Tufo DOCG from the Passo delle Tortore winery is a white wine that enchants with its elegance and complexity. Grown high on the hills in Montefusco, it stands out for its structure and marked minerality. The winemaking process combines tradition and innovation, resulting in a wine of great character. On the palate it reveals notes of apricot jam, yellow peach and a subtle touch of cinnamon, then evolving into nuances of ginger and elderflower. A unique sensory experience.

Le Arcaie Greco di Tufo DOCG - A Treasure from the Passo delle Tortore Winery

Le Arcaie Greco di Tufo DOCG is the result of expert wine production by the Passo delle Tortore winery. Located in the idyllic context of Montefusco, this wine is nourished by the freshness of the tuff soils at 700 meters above sea level, an ideal place to express a unique and distinctive character. The south-west exposure of the vineyards and the clayey soil enriched by tufaceous stratifications are fundamental in infusing the wine with that complexity and minerality that make it unmistakable.

Winemaking Process and Organoleptic Characteristics

The care in production begins with the harvest, carried out strictly by hand in the second ten days of October. Each bunch, selected with extreme care, is subjected to soft pressing, following a process that combines tradition and innovation. The fermentation takes place partly in stainless steel tanks and partly in new oak barriques, before moving on to a 4-6 month refinement sur lies with batonnage. This process gives the wine a rich structure and a complex bouquet.

Le Arcaie Greco di Tufo DOCG has a bright straw yellow color. On the nose, notes of apricot jam and yellow peach open up, enriched by a light hint of cinnamon. As the years pass, they evolve into pleasant tones of ginger and elderflower, offering an aromatic range that enchants and surprises. In the mouth, the wine stands out for its freshness and elegance, a perfect balance between flavor and minerality which makes it ideal for accompanying refined dishes.

Tasting Tips

This white wine is fully appreciated when served at a temperature of 10-12°C. It is perfect to accompany fish and seafood dishes, but goes equally well with fresh cheeses and white meats. Le Arcaie Greco di Tufo DOCG is a wine that, with the right aging, will amaze with its ability to evolve, enriching itself with new nuances and depth.