Merkki: Fattoria Mantellassi

LUCUMONE

Magliano in Toscana is a hillside town in the Tuscan Maremma much appreciated for its city walls and monuments. The ruins of Heba, an ancient Etruscan city, are extremely interesting. Heba yielded important information about Etruscan civilization and its governors, called Lucumoni.
Lucumone is a fresh, fruity wine produced from 100% Vermentino Bianco grapes. With the name Lucumone, the Mantellassi family pays tribute to the Etruscans.

Grapes: 100% Vermentino Bianco

Origin: Tuscan Maremma

Vineyard: Hillside with a calcareous volcanic tufa soil.

Grape yield: 8,000 kg per hectare

Vinification: Soft crushing with grape/wine yield of approximately 60%, fermentation in small tanks at controlled temperature.

Aging and finishing: Two months in tanks, then bottled young to retain its freshness and fragrance.