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Greco di Tufo DOCG Selezione - Decimo Sesto - Cantina dei Monaci 2018
Cantina dei MonaciGreco Greco di Tufo DOCG 75 cl 2018
CHF 18.72−8%(CHF 24.96/ℓ)
Recommended price: CHF 20.35
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Technical information
- Producer
- Cantina dei Monaci
- Name
- Greco di Tufo DOCG
- Variety
- Greco
- Vintage
- 2018
- Gradation
- 13.5%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Floral notes, white-fleshed fruit, mineral
- Vinification method
- Fermentation in stainless steel at controlled temperature
- Aging
- Minimum 4 months
- Type of cask
- Stainless steel
- Color
- Straw yellow
- Serving temperature
- 10-12°C
- Recommended consumption
- Within 3-5 years
- Pairing
- Fish dishes, appetizers, fresh cheeses
- Region
- Campania
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Tufo, Avellino
- Type
- White wine
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The Greco di Tufo DOCG Selezione - Decimo Sesto from Cantina dei Monaci is a sublime choice for lovers of complex and richly structured white wines. Produced in the fertile vineyards located in the heart of the historic Tufo region in Campania, this wine stands out for its exclusive selection of Greco grapes, known for their ability to convey a deep minerality and aromatic intensity.
Cantina dei Monaci follows traditional winemaking methods, but with a keen eye on technological innovations, ensuring that each bottle of Greco di Tufo Selezione best expresses the qualities of the terroir. Fermentation takes place at controlled temperatures, followed by a short maturation period in stainless steel, to preserve the freshness and characteristic aromas of the grape variety.
Visually, the Greco di Tufo DOCG Selezione appears with a bright straw-yellow color, with golden reflections that suggest its richness. On the nose, the wine offers an intriguing bouquet of white-fleshed fruits, such as peach and pear, coupled with nuances of white flowers and clear mineral notes. This olfactory complexity then opens up on the palate in a perfect balance between lively acidity and a dense structure, leading to a long and persistently aromatic finish.
Particularly suitable for pairing with elaborate fish dishes, seafood, or aged cheeses, the Greco di Tufo DOCG Selezione - Decimo Sesto is capable of elevating any meal to a memorable gastronomic experience. Its elegance and complexity also make it suitable as a meditation wine, to be enjoyed slowly to appreciate all its nuances.
Cantina dei Monaci follows traditional winemaking methods, but with a keen eye on technological innovations, ensuring that each bottle of Greco di Tufo Selezione best expresses the qualities of the terroir. Fermentation takes place at controlled temperatures, followed by a short maturation period in stainless steel, to preserve the freshness and characteristic aromas of the grape variety.
Visually, the Greco di Tufo DOCG Selezione appears with a bright straw-yellow color, with golden reflections that suggest its richness. On the nose, the wine offers an intriguing bouquet of white-fleshed fruits, such as peach and pear, coupled with nuances of white flowers and clear mineral notes. This olfactory complexity then opens up on the palate in a perfect balance between lively acidity and a dense structure, leading to a long and persistently aromatic finish.
Particularly suitable for pairing with elaborate fish dishes, seafood, or aged cheeses, the Greco di Tufo DOCG Selezione - Decimo Sesto is capable of elevating any meal to a memorable gastronomic experience. Its elegance and complexity also make it suitable as a meditation wine, to be enjoyed slowly to appreciate all its nuances.
The winery
Cantina dei Monaci
Campania (Irpinia - Avellino)ItaliaSince 1995
A winery based in Santa Paolina (Avellino) producing primarily native Campanian wines such as Greco di Tufo, Fiano and Falanghina, with a label focused on expressing the Irpinian territory.
- Grape varieties
- Greco (Greco di Tufo), Fiano (Fiano di Avellino), Falanghina, Aglianico
- Greco di Tufo
- Fiano di Avellino
- Falanghina IGT Beneventano
- Winery focused on native grape varieties and showcasing the local territory.
The story
The winery is based in Santa Paolina, in the province of Avellino. Several company profiles and articles note that Maria and Angelo Carpenito began bottling under the Greco di Tufo label in 1995; since then the estate has grown while maintaining a production focused on local grape varieties and strong ties to the area.
Production philosophy
The estate aims to enhance the Irpinian terroir through vineyard care practices and winemaking that prioritize the expressiveness of native grape varieties; online descriptions refer to an attentive approach to cru and fruit quality.
Terroir and vineyards
Vineyards located in the hills of Irpinia, around Santa Paolina and within the area dedicated to producing Greco di Tufo and Fiano di Avellino, with exposures facing the Valle del Sabato and other characteristic localities of the province of Avellino.
