Vernaccia di San Gimignano Cesani

Vernaccia di San Gimignano is a dry white wine produced in the hilly area around the medieval town of San Gimignano, Tuscany. The area is characterized by a Mediterranean climate with continental influences, limestone soils and a good temperature range between day and night, which favors the ripening of the grapes. Vernaccia di San Gimignano vineyards are located at an altitude between 200 and 400 meters above sea level, and the vines are cultivated using the guyot system, which promotes good sun exposure and proper ventilation. The grapes used for the production of Vernaccia di San Gimignano are exclusively Vernaccia, an indigenous grape variety of the area. The grapes are harvested by hand to ensure maximum quality and are brought to the winery for the winemaking process. The production process involves soft pressing of the grapes followed by temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel in order to best preserve the aromas and varietal characteristics. After fermentation, the wine is aged in stainless steel or in some cases in wooden barrels, depending on the style of the producer. Cesani's Vernaccia di San Gimignano typically has a straw-yellow color with greenish highlights, and the nose offers floral and fruity aromas, with notes of white flowers, green apple and citrus. In the mouth it is fresh, savory and persistent, with a pleasant minerality. This wine is excellent with fish dishes, shellfish, fresh cheeses and Tuscan cured meats, but it can also be enjoyed on its own as an aperitif.