Classification: red wine
Variety: Nebbiolo 40%, Croatina 40%, Barbera 20%
Vineyard: Location “Rocche” in the municipality of Cisterna d’Asti (AT) and “Via Lunga” in the municipality of Canale d’Alba.
Age: 2005/2001
Extension: 0,40 Ha
Density: 4200 plants/Ha
Altitude: 350 meters above sea level
Soil: Calcareous, sandy gravel
Exposure: Southwest
Vine growing: Guyot
Yield: 60-70 quintals /Ha
Harvest: Manual harvest in perforated crates at the beginning of October, consequently the phenolic maturation phase and climatic conditions.
Vinification: the three varieties are vinified separately with a gentle pressing followed by the alcoholic fermentation of the classical type in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature not exceeding 30°C. After malolactic fermentation are assembled for the aging in stainless steel vats for 12 months and 4 months in bottle.
Production: 2000 bottles/year (production every 2 years)
Alcohol: 14 % Vol
Dry Extract: 30
Acidity: 6,0
Sugar: < 1,0

Tasting notes
Color: red ruby with orange tinges
Fragrance: ethereal and spicy, notes of blackberry and red flowers
Taste: important Alcohol note, good persistence
Serving Temperature: 18°

Gastronomic combinations
“Tre Vite” is used in conjunction with main dishes, boiled and stewed red meat, grilled meat and cheese and truffle.