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Le Clocher, Valle d'Aosta


Fumin


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Fumin is a native grape varietal from the Valle d’Aosta that takes its name due to its unique features and
smoky notes. The vineyards plots are located approximately 750 meters above sea level.
Fumin unlike other varietals is very difficult to work in the vineyard due to the extreme delicacy of the branches, in fact during the operation of trellising in the spring it is recommended to go in times of high humidity or even in the rain so that the wood of the branch is softer and therefore there is less risk of breaking it.
Even in the cellar it is much more delicate, and requires more racking with respect to other reds because it tends to form many more residues dregs.
Vintage takes place from October 25 to November 5 , this tardiness is deliberate because it is a wine that in order to to be great must undergo a period of intense cold before the harvest in order to bring out its aromas and to soften its tannins.
Fumin is aged for 12 months in tonneaux casks and then bottle aged for at least 6 months.
• Fumin is very age worthy due to its particularity given the intense fragrance of alpine flowers and good tannins and acidity. On the palate the wine was medium to full bodied with medium acidity.  Dark fruit flavors like blackberry, blackcurrant,  blueberry with unmistakable smoky notes.

The native yeasts used are selected by the Institut Agricole Regionale [the local wine school and research center in the area].
Best served with roasts, braised meats and aged cheeses.