Nimi Ancestral 2022

Description

Vineyard:
The vineyards are located in the town of Benissa, within the Marina Alta
wine-growing region of Alicante, at around 150 meters above sea level. The
Muscat of Alexandria grapes come from the Benimarraig plot, less than 4 km
from the Mediterranean Sea, receiving a strong influence from it. The soils are
white limestone.
Viticulture:
Single-varietal wine made from Muscat of Alexandria, known locally as “moscatel
romano.” Old bush-trained (goblet) vines aged between 40 and 60 years. Low
yield of 2,500 kg per hectare. The region's climatic conditions, close to the
influence of the Mediterranean Sea, give the Muscat grape its distinctive
character and uniqueness.
Winemaking:
Each plot is harvested at its optimal ripeness to achieve the maximum potential
of this variety and produce expressive, aromatic, and balanced wines.
Hand-harvested in 10-kilo crates, during the first half of September.
Once at the winery, the wine is made in a clay amphora (tinaja). Spontaneous
fermentation with no added yeasts, temperature controlled between 15 and 18
ºC. Maceration on the skins in the amphora, with fermentation finishing in the
bottle, following the ancestral or pétillant naturel method. 18 months on lees.
Hand-disgorged using the à la volée method. No additives or corrections.
Certified organic and natural wine. No added sulfites. Bottling date: October 10,
2022.

Tasting notes

Tasting notes:
Golden color, clean and bright.
Aromatic, with notes of pineapple and white flowers, jasmine, anise, fennel, and lemon.
On the palate it is fresh, full-bodied, and silky, well balanced, with a long finish and a lingering herbal character. Saline
notes. Fine, steady bubble.

Characteristics

• Temperatura de consumo recomendada: 10 ºC.
• Grado alcohólico: 12 % Vol.
• Producción añada: 1.000 botellas.