Gentilini Notes White

Notes White is a complex and sophisticated dry white wine made from the Sauvignon Blanc and the extremely rare local Tsaoussi grape varieties. It has delightful aromas of honey, melon, citrus and tropical fruits and is perfectly balanced with crisp acidity.

TYPE : Dry White Varietal Wine

VARIETIES : Sauvignon Blanc 90%, Tsaoussi 10%

Tsaoussi is a local variety with aromas of honey and melons. It is rare and unique and grows almost exclusively on Kefalonia.

GRAPE ORIGIN : Tsaoussi – Kefalonia. Limestome terroir.

Sauvignon Blanc – near Atalandi on the mainland. Limestone terroir.

VINIFICATION : 20% of the Sauvignon Blanc grapes have skin contact for 12 hours for added aromas. Undergoes battonage for 2 months to develop complexities.

PRODUCTION : Limited to 10,000 bottles.

CLOSURE: Stelvin Seratin screw-cap.

TASTING NOTES : Complex and balanced. Medium bodied. Aromatic floral and tropical fruit with citrus, melon and honey notes. Crisp and fresh in the mouth.

FOOD PAIRING : Excellent with grilled fish, Asian food, cheese, shellfish and white meat in creamy or lemon sauces.

CELLARING POTENTIAL : 2-3 years

ANALYSIS

Alcohol: 13% Alc by Vol

Total Acidity: 6.5g/l tartaric acid

pH: 3.0

Residual Sugar:2.0g/l

LABEL : The ‘fermata’ musical notation denotes a pause. Here we invite you to take a pause from your busy life and relax while enjoying this exceptional wine.

AWARDS Gentilini Aspro 2011 - Robert Parker 87/100