The Maximo di Umani Ronchi is Sauvignon Passito historical, produced since 1992. It is born in the highest part of Villa Bianchi's estate where, thanks to the particular climatic conditions determined by the alternation between high humidity and constant daytime ventilation, at rather low temperatures, the grapes are attacked by Botrytis Cinerea in its noblest form. The vineyard, about two hectares, is exposed to the north on the crest of a hill, 150 meters above sea level, planted on moderately deep, clayey-silty, calcareous soil with the presence of skeletal alluvial deposits. The yield per hectare is very low and rarely exceeds 30 quintals. The harvest is a very delicate operation: at least three passages are carried out, from mid-October to December, and the selection of the grapes is aimed at collecting only those bunches, or portions of them, that have reached the right degree of concentration thanks to the attack of noble molds. The grapes are pressed whole by means of a small soft press and the resulting must, after static settling, is fermented with its own yeasts at a temperature of 15°C for one month. The Maximo di Umani RonchiMaximo matures for about a year in small stainless steel containers before being bottled.

SAUVIGNON PASSITO MAXIMO UMANI RONCHI: TASTING

The Sauvignon Passito Maximo di Umani Ronchi has a beautiful golden color illuminated by amber reflections. On the nose, it expresses pronounced aromas of honey, beeswax, apricot, and syrupy peach followed by ripe fig, dates, candied fruits, and citrus, all melded in a salty background. Rich and satisfying on the palate, with the powerful citrus acidity balancing the sweetness of honey. The perfect pairing is with Neapolitan pastiera.