Citra "Core"
Terre Di Chieti Pinot Grigio IGT

These family owned properties, some with only 1 hectare, create a mosaic of small vineyards stretching north to south along the Adriatic coast and east to west from the sea to Majella Mountain. The range of climate and topography offers unparalleled quality and variety. Winemaking process from vineyard to bottle led by world-renowned enologist Riccardo Cotarella.
Tech Sheet

Wine Production

After light crushing and pressing of hand-harvested grapes, the must undergoes a long fermentation at a controlled temperature.

Tasting Notes

Crisp and elegant with enticing aromas of stone fruit, lime, and Pinto Grigio’s classic bitter-almond finish, Citra Pinot Grigio is delightfully well-balanced. 

Food Pairing

Elegant and well-balanced, this wine can be enjoyed on its own as an aperitif or pairs beautifully with sushi, cooked fish, white meats, and soufflé.

WINEMAKING & AGING

Varietal composition: 100% Pinot Grigio

Length of alcoholic fermentation: 11-14 days

Fermentation temperature: 57-64 °F

Malolactic fermentation: Full

Type of aging container: Stainless steel tanks

Length of aging before bottling: 2 MONTHS

Length of bottle aging: 1 MONTHS

Awards

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