Schiava
Trentino DOC
Schiava, a Trentino autochthonous grape variety, has always been cultivated on the typical terraced vineyards in Valle di Cembra.
Of a light red colour, Cembra Schiava has an elegant aroma evoking fresh red forest fruits. Soft and well-balanced on the palate, it has a slightly acidic note which marries well with traditional local dishes.
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Vine
Schiava (different varieties): Schiava Grigia, Schiava Grossa, Schiava Gentile, Schiava Meranese)
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Vineyard location
Valle di Cembra (TN)
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Exposure and altitude
East, South, West; 500-700 m ASL
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Soil composition
Silty-sandy, of porphyric origin
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Training system
Silty-sandy, of porphyric origin
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Planting density
4.500 vines/hectare
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4,500 vines/hectare
Manual harvesting in early October; pre-fermentation for 36/48 hours; pressing; static decantation of the must; fermentation at controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks; ageing in fibre-glass reinforced tanks for about 4/5 months before bottling
