Lacryma Christi Del Vesuvio Bianco
Denominazione di Origine Controllata
Grapes variety 80% Coda di Volpe, 20% Falanghina
Production Area Terzigno, Boscotrecase, Ercolano and other towns of Vesuvio’s area, in Naples province
Soil Loose soil of volcanic origin with a high potassium content
Harvest period First week of October
Yield Grapes 7.500-8.000 kg/ha Wine 50-55 hl/ha
Vinification The grapes are hand-picked, destemed and undergo a light crushing
Fermentation In steel tanks at a controlled temperature
Ageing 2-3 months in bottle
Organoleptic characteristics
Colour Straw yellow colour
Bouquet Intens and varietal, with delicate scents of banana, pear, honey and broom
Flavour Dry, ample and elegant. Fresh taste
Pairing Excellent with fish hors-d’oeuvres and dishes
Alcohol content 12,5% vol.
