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Zelen Lanthieri

Zelen is an autochthonous grape variety from the Upper Vipava Valley. The wine Zelen Lanthieri is endowed with a gentle aroma reminiscent of flowers and fruits complemented by Mediterranean fragrant herbs (lavender, rosemary).

The wine's body is full and noble with a perfect combination of freshness and tenderness.

Vintage: 2008

Variety: 100% Zelen, an autochthonous grape variety from the Upper Vipava Valley

Grape growing and winemaking details:

Vineyard: The Upper Vipava Valley.
Harvest: By hand, 28th October 2005.
Maceration: Cold maceration of crushed grapes.
Fermentation: In stainless steel vats at 18 ºC.
Maturation: For five months on fine lees in stainless steel vats.

Wine description:

Colour: Straw yellow colour with noticeable green undertones.
Nose: Aromatic variety with a delicate smell that fills the room. Floral and fruity notes.
Palate: Fruity tones: green apple, pear, lemon, dry white flowers, fresh almonds, sweet spices.
Harmony: The fullness of flavour is an evidence of the rich extract content that lingers in the mouth and releases beautifully balanced sweet-sour flavours.
Ageing potential: Up to 5 years.

Wine parameters:

Alcohol: 12,0 %vol.
Sugar content: Semi-dry, 8.7 g/l of residual sugar.
Total acidity: 5,2 g/l.
Serving temperature: 12 – 14 ºC.
Marriage of food and wine: Blue fish, tuna, eel, carp, sheatfish, turkey, pork, veal.

Awards:

2010 - Zelen Lanthieri 2008 - bronz medal, DECANTER WORLD WINE AWARDS 2010, London, Great Britain
2009 - Zelen Lanthieri 2008 - silver medal, CONCOURSE MONDIAL DE BRUXELLES (Belgium)
2009 - Zelen Lanthieri 2008 - bronz medal, DECANTER WORLD WINE AWARDS (Great Britain)