Liguria di Levante IGT Passito dei Neri 2023 Il Monticello 37,5 cl

Description

History

In 1980 Pier Luigi Neri inherited a farm near Tuscany: a 19th century house and vast land, a small paradise in the countryside of Sarzana, in the province of La Spezia, which would become one of the most appreciated wine-growing realities of the Colli di Luni DOC . This success is due to the high quality of the Il Monticello company’s products and the care and respect for nature, both in the vineyards and in the cellar.

Alessandro and Davide Neri, passionate winemakers, are the heirs of those first cuttings of Vermentino, Sangiovese, Canaiolo and Ciliegiolo planted over 40 years ago. Thanks to their studies in agronomy and engineering, the two brothers have made the most of these crops, transforming Il Monticello into a successful company.

With over 14 hectares of vineyards, Il Monticello today produces around 100 thousand bottles a year, a significant number for a difficult land like Liguria, characterized by steep slopes that hinder the cultivation and maintenance of the vineyards. However, care and respect for the vine are fundamental principles for the Neri brothers, who know well that the vineyard is generous and repays those who take care of it with dedication.

Grapes used

Vermentino 80%

Albarola 20%.

Production method

Dehydration of the grapes for approximately three months until reaching an optimal level, after early harvest. The pressed grapes remain in contact with the must for two hours, including the skins. Gentle pressing with controlled fermentation. Prolonged refinement on yeasts.

Alcohol content

13.5%

Tasting notes

Bright golden amber color. It comes from a drying process that gives the wine a rich aromatic profile that varies from dehydrated fruit such as apricot, fig and candied citron, to tea leaves, honey and lime. Sweet and enveloping taste, well balanced by acidity.

Possible combinations

Excellent at the end of a meal or for meditation, perfect with medium-aged cheeses, dry pastries, buccellati.