WHITE wine, obtained exclusively with "Gaglioppo" black grapes from a single vineyard cultivated to sapling or low espalier.
This very special white wine was created forthe first time in 1992 by the oenologist Roberto Linardi, the fruit of a particular white vinification with Gaglioppo black grape, the first and only vinification of this type carried out in Calabria.
After 3 years experimentation, in 1995, the first bottles of Galiò, which collected a large success from the public and sector experts.
Since then, only in ideal vintages which lend themselves to this type of vinification, 3300 bottles of this exceptional product are approximately produced.
Having reached right ripeness, black grapes, are hand-picked, selected and brought to the company, where soft pressing is immediately carried out, from which only a small part of this exceptional yellow wine more or less heavy and intense, is obtained; alcohol content may vary from 12.5% Vol to 13.5% Vol, total acidity from 5 to 6 g/l
and the average dry extract is about 30 g/lt.
It is a wine that is put on the market at least 2 years after harvest and it can keep its characteristics even after several years.
With a concentrated straw yellow colour, it makes the intense Gaglioppo grape aromas perfect.
With a wonderful fluidity in the glass, its bouquet is rich in maturing aromas; its full and round body is particularly appreciated in the mouth.
It is the ideal product to accompany dinners and special suppers and to taste
a unique wine of its kind.
Alcohol content: 13% Vol
Grapes: 100% Gaglioppo with black berry
Serving temperature: 12°C
Gastronomic suggestions: it goes well with white even well seasoned meats, appetizers,
fresh and medium-aged cheeses, fatty fish, salami.
It is advisable to uncork the bottle just before serving.