Malvasia Puntinata 'Cardito' Donato Giangirolami 2024

The Malvasia Puntinata "Cardito" by Donato Giangirolami is a beautiful interpretation of one of the historic wines of our tradition. It originates in the Castelli Romani area, which since the times of Ancient Rome has been famous for the quality of its wines, products of particularly suited lands and a mild climate. The Malvasia Puntinata is one of the many varieties of this ancient Greek vine spread throughout the Mediterranean area, expressing a wine harmonious, soft, and fruity. The vinification only in steel preserves the delicate profile of the grape, with floral aromas, fresh citrus notes, and rich and fragrant aromas of white-fleshed fruit.

The "Cardito" is a pure Malvasia Puntinata produced by one of the reference wineries in the Castelli Romani area. Donato Giangirolami manages a estate of about forty hectares, with many plots in the classic area of the Castelli. The vines are cultivated according to the principles of organic farming on clayey soils with the presence of pozzolana and tuffs of ancient volcanic origin, particularly suited for white grape varieties.for white grape varieties. Following great attention in the vineyard, meticulous vinifications take place, in total protection from oxygen, so that the wines can preserve the perfect fragrance and intensity of the aromas and varietal aromas of the grapes. A particularly important precaution in the case of an aromatic vine like Malvasia, which thus manages to express all its seductive richness and tasting finesse.

The Malvasia Puntinata "Cardito" from the Castelli Romani winery Donato Giangirolami comes from a manual harvest followed by a cryomaceration process of the grapes for several hours. The soft pressing takes place under vacuum, in order to avoid the oxidation of the must, which is then fermented in stainless steel tanks. Before bottling, the wine matures for several months on the lees in steel tanks with periodic bâtonnage. In the glass, it has a straw-yellow appearance with bright golden reflections. The bouquet expresses aromas of orange blossom, white flowers, aromatic herbs, citrus hints, fragrant aromas of peach and white fruit. The sip is harmonious, with an entry on the palate of soft and rich fruit, well supported by a savory vein and a refreshing finish. A bottle to discover the excellence of an ancient wine from our tradition.