COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Viognier
PRODUCER
Cantina Gaffino
REGION
Lazio
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Fojetta 2022 is a white wine from Cantina Gaffino, a family-run winery located in Ardea, Lazio, Italy. Produced from 100% Viognier grapes, it is classified as IGT Lazio Bianco. The winery's vineyards are situated on volcanic soil, a blend of lapilli, tuff, and clay. Cantina Gaffino emphasizes control over their own grapes to ensure quality and is currently undergoing organic conversion. The wine's name, 'Fojetta,' refers to an historical half-liter measure used in Roman taverns.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Fojetta was an old Roman unit of measurement for half a liter.
Fact 02
Vineyards are planted on volcanic soil rich in lapilli, tuff, and clay.
Fact 03
The winery is in the process of organic conversion.
Fact 04
Viognier grapes are used for this white wine.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Fojetta 2022 is produced using 100% Viognier grapes. Prior to fermentation, the grapes undergo a cold maceration on the skins at 8°C for 48 hours. Fermentation is carried out in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 12°C for 12 days. Following fermentation, the wine is aged exclusively in stainless steel. The winery, Cantina Gaffino, is located in Ardea, Lazio, and is in the process of organic conversion.
