La Monaca

The Vigna La Monaca, two hectares planted in 2011 at an altitude of 320 meters above sea level, has a northeast exposure that provides good light as well as protection from hot summer temperatures. This means that in hotter and drier years the vines suffer less, allowing for consistent ripening. The low vigor, low productivity, and soil characteristics are conducive to a balanced and complete ripening of the grapes, more suitable for full-bodied red wines intended for bottle age. The training system is espalier, with guyot pruning and a density of 4,600 vines per hectare.

The Vigna La Monaca is characterized by sandy-textured soil (37.4% sand, 12.5% clay), which is well aerated, very draining, and therefore drier, making the vines less vigorous. The presence of active limestone facilitates the development of aromas and the richness of potassium promotes the accumulation of sugars, aromas, and anthocyanins in the grapes.