COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Viognier
PRODUCER
Luca Ferraris
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Sensazioni Monferrato is a white wine from the Monferrato DOC Bianco appellation in Piedmont, Italy, produced by Luca Ferraris. The wine primarily features Viognier grapes, a choice considered innovative for this region, which is more traditionally known for its red varietals. The Ferraris Agricola estate boasts a long history in Piedmont, with Luca Ferraris leading the modern evolution of the winery since 1999, focusing on quality and embracing new possibilities in winemaking. The vineyards are situated in Castagnole Monferrato, Asti, on clay and red sand soils at an altitude of 150 meters.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Sensazioni means 'Sensations' in Italian, hinting at the wine's expressive character.
Fact 02
Viognier is a grape variety typically associated with the Rhône Valley in France.
Fact 03
The Ferraris estate has a winemaking legacy dating back over a century.
Fact 04
This wine represents an innovative approach to white winemaking in Piedmont.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Sensazioni Monferrato is produced from Viognier grapes. The winemaking process involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks at 18°C for up to three weeks. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes an extended aging period of 12 months on its fine lees in stainless steel. During this aging phase, weekly bâtonnage is performed to enhance the wine's texture and structure. The wine is then refined in the bottle for three months before release. The vineyards are located in Castagnole Monferrato, Asti, characterized by clay and red sand soils at an altitude of 150 meters, with vines trained using the Single Guyot method.
