Vinification and aging
50% in large oak barrels French and the remaining 50% in stainless steel barrels.
Picolit instead is fermented in 500 liter tonneaux, maiolactic fermentation is limited to 60%.
The wines rest on the lees in their respective tanks for almost a year, after which they are mixed to give life to the Vespa Bianco.
For its final phase it is refined for another year and a half.
It can even age for 7-10 years.
Sensory notes
Intense fruity aromas, the scent of cherry blossom, honey, ripe pear is immediate with a finish that brings to mind the vanilla bean.
On the palate there is a perfect balance of mineral notes mixed with citrus, in the final floral hints on soft and pleasantly sweet notes.
Bastianich Estates
The cellar of the Bastianich Family is known all over the world thanks to Joe famous TV personality and judge of Masterchef.
The company and the land are located in the area of Cividale del Friuli in the province of Udine in the part of the Eastern Hills of North-East Italy.
Their history stems from the first vineyard planting in 1997.
The family vineyards are located in two different areas of the D.O.C of the Collio Friulano:
- The first vines are located on the hills of Buttrio and Premariacco, in the southernmost area and consequently warmer, thanks to the influence of the sea, as a result of the previous ones this location is used for the production of Crus such as the white Vespa, the Calabrone and the Plus.
- The second grape variety instead is located in the area of Cividale del Friuli where it is influenced by the Bora the cold wind that comes from the north, blowing in the coldest nights allows the production of more intense and aromatic wines.
The purpose of the Bastianich winery is to absorb the history and culture of the area, creating unique wines that can tell the place and at the same time, prove to stand out for body, structure and balance.
Recommended pairing
It goes well with first courses of any kind without ever losing its complex and harmonious structure.
It perfectly accompanies second courses of both fish and meat.
Format
75 cl bottle
