Le ChiusureErbaluce di Caluso Docg
Benito Favaro
Le Chiusure is the winery's signature wine made from Erbaluce grapes grown in Piverone in the province of Turin. The grapes are not dried and after harvesting are cold macerated and then aged in barrels in contact with the fine lees. The name Erbaluce originates from a legend, which tells that the fairy Albaluce blessed the inhabitants of Caluso by giving them Erbaluce. It is a variety that was already known in the 17th century and was called Albaluce because of the pale yellow-green color reminiscent of the color of light when the sun rises. It is also called in Piedmontese dialect "Bian Roustì " and "Uva Rustìa," referring to the amber pink color of the berries when ripe, which makes them look roasted. Erbaluce is characterized by a medium-sized cluster with an elongated, cylindrical shape, medium-large round berries and thin skin. It is a variety with very low and irregular productivity due to susceptibility to common vine diseases and low fertility. It is grown by maintaining a thick layer of leaves to protect the clusters from hail, which can easily occur in areas of Piedmont where Erbaluce grows.Read more
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Aromatic notes
Intense bright greenish yellow. Aromatic herbs, flowers, peach, minerals. Fresh, firm, saline, balanced.
Pairings
White meats, Cured meats, Raw or marinated fish, Delicate cooked fish, Intense cooked fish, Preserved fish, Raw vegetables, Cooked vegetables and legumes, Mushrooms and truffles, Fresh cheeses, Eggs, Fried foods, Spiced dishes.
Recommended with: Zuppa di stoccafisso e patate, Orata all'acqua pazza, Piatti di pesce, Orata al forno, Salmerino patate e crescione
Structure
Colour: White
Fizziness: Still
Sweetness: Dry
Grape varieties: Erbaluce 100%
Alcohol: 13.50%
Volume: 0.75 l
Vinification parameters
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Cryomaceration for 30 hours. Fermentation and aging in steel for 4 months, then another 6 months in barrel on fine lees.
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Guide ratings
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Micro wine-growing area
Lago di Viverone
Vineyard
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1.2 ha
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Origin
Piedmont
Canavese
Lago di Viverone
Identity card
Benito Favaro
Erbaluce di Caluso Docg
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Benito Favaro in Piverone, Piedmont: Erbaluce di Caluso grown on morainic soils, producing fresh, mineral-driven wines that reflect the character of the Canavese and the Serra d’Ivrea.
Benito Favaro in Piverone, Piedmont: Erbaluce di Caluso grown on morainic soils, producing fresh, mineral-driven wines that reflect the character of the Canavese and the Serra d’Ivrea.
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