Types of Wines
Wines differ greatly from each other, whether it be the vinification system (normaland special wines) or organoleptic properties: color, aroma, taste and after taste; various parameters combine to define the characteristics of a wine, such as alcohol, acidity & flavor.
Among the many varieties of wine, it is possible to recognize normal wines which are the winesreleased for general consumption after only having undergone the vinification process (therefore without subsequent technical interventions or the addition of other components).
Therefore, among which, we can further distinguish the following types of normal wines:
White Wine
In appearance, it has a yellowish color in various shades (from greenish to amber, passing through straw and golden);and generally characterized by floral and fruity aromas. It is generally preferred to accompany fish-based dishes.
Rosé Wine
It has acolor aspect between pale pink, cherry andclaret; it is generally characterized by fruityaromas, the taste is dominated by sensations of light acidity, aromaticity and a light body. The best pairings are with fish-based dishes andfirst courses seasoned with delicate sauces.
Red Wine
It has a red color in various shades (from purpleto ruby to garnet and orange); and generally characterized by a wide variety of aromas (flowers, fruit, jam,herbs, spices) and is considered a very full-bodiedwine. The recommended combinations are with red meats, game meats,and all dishes based on prolonged cooking methods and structured sauces.
Novello Wine
This type of wine is obtained through a particular vinification technique. It has an intensecolor and cannot be placed on the market before November 6thof each year as it is recommended to be consumed within the first six months ofthe year due to its instability. An optimal and typical pairing would be with chestnuts, and consequently with foods based on chestnut flour.
Passito Wine
Almost always categorized among special wines, but under regulatory aspects, they are still considered as normal wines. Obtained from dried grapes and processed through normal vinification.
Ruspo Wine
Produced with a blend of Carmignano DOCG wine through a short fermentation which slightly removes the red color of the grapeskins.
Barricaded Wine
Left to agein wooden barrels, with particular reference to oak wood, as well as cherry orbeech. This process allows the wine to age slowly through a redox process that occurs through the wooden fibers which gives the wine a more intense aroma, a toasted smell and a more balanced and softer taste.
In addition to normal wines we also have special wines, which after the vinification process but before being released for consumption are subjected to further technical interventions or the addition of other components.
