Chakra Verde I.G.T.

The vineyards of the Chakra Verde are located in the beautiful area "Canale di Pirro", on the slopes of the Itria Valley. This is a vast karst landscape in the heart of the land of Trulli, the so-called Murgia, connecting the hills to the Adriatic Sea. This area, situated between 300 and 400 meters above sea level between Alberobello and Castellana Grotte, is known for its priceless beauty. Here the karst phenomenon has created a sublime substrate.

The soil under the canal is red, rich in clay and limestone, with many rocks. Not far from the vineyards, the limestone rock meets the plant roots that meet the karst.

The climate is typically Mediterranean, determined by the soothing effect of the sea and the fresh winds that blow through the channel from the Murgia hills, making for long, dry and sunny summers. There are no summers without some precipitation. The average thermal trend is characterized by lower-than-average temperatures with strong daily temperature variations.

Early in the morning, the grapes are harvested by hand and brought directly to the winery, where they rest overnight in the cellars. This method allows cold pressing for precise and delicate extraction.

The grapes are then gently pressed and trimmed, after which the must ferments in steel at controlled temperatures.

After fermentation, the wine remains on the fine lees until February, with continuous bâtonnage to promote volume and flavor.

This process creates the full and powerful aromas of green apples, pears and white peaches, as well as light citrus aromas and especially floral, Mediterranean and nutty notes. But what stays with you most is the dry minerality of this Verdeca.