The 2013 (1,500) PERTICHETTA Etui is a still red wine produced by VIGNETI MASSA, located in the renowned region of Piemonte in Italy. This wine is made from grapes grown in clay soil, sourced from the Pertichetta and Valverta vineyards, with a yield of 80 quintals per hectare. The manual harvest takes place in bins with careful selection in the vineyard, at the ideal moment of ripeness indicated by the browning of the stem. The vinification follows the classic red method, with a brief daily pumping over and racking after 6-8 days, thus ensuring a quality product with character. Vintage: 2013 Alcohol content: 14.5 Winery: Guyot Harvest/Vintage: Manual in bins with selection in the vineyard, when the lignified stem (the right moment of ripeness indicated by the browning of the stem at the internode). Organoleptic notes: Dense ruby red colour. The nose reveals hints of blackberry complemented by notes of barrel aging and even more fruity-balsamic nuances. Pleasantly dry and aromatic. On the palate, the structure of this powerful red wine is wonderfully velvety, fleshy, and dense. Soil: Clay Vineyard: Pertichetta area 0.50 ha, Valverta area 1.6 ha; vines/Ha 4,800 – planting distance 2.35×0.90 – altitude 260 m a.s.l. – west exposure. Vinification/Aging: Classic red with a brief daily pumping over and racking after 6-8 days. Yield per hectare: 80 q.li/Ha A wine with an intense and velvety structure, the 2013 (1,500) PERTICHETTA Etui from VIGNETI MASSA represents an ideal choice for those wishing to appreciate the authentic expressions of Piemonte. Perfect to enjoy with savoury dishes or to keep for moments of relaxation, this still red will provide a balanced and refined tasting experience.