Vellodoro – Pecorino
| Winery: | Umani Ronchi |
| Category: | White Wine |
| Type: | Pecorino |
| Region: | Abruzzo |
| Grapes: | 100% Pecorino |
| Vinification: | The prime must is rapidly cooled and then goes through static decantation after a light pressing. For about 10/15 days, in stainless steel tanks, the fermentation takes place at a temperature between 16-18°C. The wine does not undergo malolactic fermentation. In contact with its own yeasts for about 4 months, the wine rests in stainless steel tanks. |
| Color: | A bright straw yellow. |
| Bouquet: | Characterized by intense aromas of fruit and flowers, with clear mineral notes. |
| Palate: | A pleasant freshness accompanied with ripen fruit and sapid hints. |
| Pairing: | This wine goes well with fish dishes, fresh cheeses, pasta, and legume soups. |
| Serving Temperature: | 50°F and 53.6°F |
About the Abruzzo Region:
Location: Central Italy, Southeast
Notable Reds: Montepulciano and Sangiovese
Notable Whites: Trebbiano
Winemaking traditions in Abruzzo date back to the sixth century BC thanks to the Etruscans, who played a major role in introducing viniculture to the area. At that time Abruzzo’s vineyards were generally focused around the Peligna valley in the province of L’Aquila.
However, there is evidence that vine growing goes back as far as the fourth century BC, when a sweet, Moscato-style grape called Apianae was grown. It is also believed that when Hannibal made his epic journey over the Alps, his soldiers were given Abruzzo wine from Teramo (historically known as Pretuzi).
The region is one of Italy’s most mountainous with more than 65% of all Abruzzo being considered mountainous terrain, reaching up to 9,000 ft above sea level. The hillside vineyards, particularly in the northern areas, are planted on calcareous clay and benefit from warm and significant sun exposure, ventilated by dry breezes from the Adriatic Sea.