The Schiava is a variety still much cultivated in Cembra Valley and characterizes most of the vineyards. The classic pergola Trentina cultivation is still indispensable to the Schiava, very vigorous strain which is now controlled through proper pruning to produce a quality product. It seems that its name derives from the particular tying of the branches that seems to force the plant to support her as a slave (Italian Schiava).
VINES: Schiava 90% other red vines 10%
VINEYARDS: Saosènt, Còr, Piagge (Cembra)
CULTIVATION: Pergola Trentina between 350 and 550 mt.a.s.l.
SOIL: Porphyritic origin
YIELD: 110 q.li/ha (disciplinary DOC 150 q.li/ha)
FERMENTATION AND AGING: Steel at a controlled temperature, than in bottle.
COLOUR: Ruby red
FRAGRANCE: Fruity, pleasantly sour with a slight vinous reminder
TASTE:Dry, cool, soft, not too alcoholic
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Classic table wine, pleasant and easy to drink, reserved for occasions
SERVING TEMPERATURE: 14 °C