This wine is made from 100% Fumin, an ancient grape variety from the Valle d'Aosta that was long almost forgotten, but comes into its own here. The vineyard is located on a southeast-facing slope in Saint-Pierre, at 700 to 750 metres altitude, and covers more than 5,000 square metres of sandy soil. Due to the late harvest, in late October to early November, the grapes achieve optimum ripeness and concentration, which forms the basis for a powerful but refined mountain wine.
The harvest is followed by a slow maceration of 15 to 20 days at controlled temperature, which is followed by malolactic fermentation. The wine then matures for about three months in small oak barriques, providing structure and depth without overpowering the fruit. A short ageing in stainless steel tanks before bottling preserves the wine's freshness and purity. In the glass, it shows a very intense red colour with aromas of blackberries, spices and subtle wood tones, supported by present but soft tannins.
This Fumin becomes available at the end of May and is best served in large red wine glasses, allowing the wine to breathe sufficiently. It is already expressive, but with bottle ageing it will develop further towards more roundness, softer tannins and ripe fruit. At the table, it pairs beautifully with meat dishes and game, but also makes a convincing match with mature cheeses.
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