Grape variety: 100% Falanghina
Production area: Estate-owned vineyards in the hills of the municipality of Luogosano and Sant’Angelo all’Esca, located within the Irpinia Falanghina DOC production area.
Soil type: Deep clay and sand with good organic and volcanic elements
Vinification: Grapes are hand-picked and immediately transported to the cellar, where they are selected and pressed whole. Cold settling is followed by alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel. The wine is aged on its fine lees, followed by further ageing in bottle.
Tasting note
Colour: Crystalline, straw yellow.
Aroma: Intense nose with notes of fruit including pineapple, banana, apple and pear on a light background of white flowers.
Taste: Immediately impactful in the mouth with good acidity, fresh and tasty with a delicious aftertaste recalling green apple and banana.
Food pairing : This is a Falanghina of great charm, elegance and persistence. “Lila” pairs well with a range of dishes including appetisers, surf and turf, fresh cheeses, lightly fried dishes, salads, white meats and spicy food. Best served at a temperature of 10-12°C.
Alcohol: 13.0% vol*
(* Depending on the year, the analytical values may vary slightly