 |
| Region |
Tuscany. |
| Territory |
Hills surrounding Montescudaio. |
| Harvest |
The grapes are hand-picked in small crates. |
| Grape varieties |
Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Colorino, Merlot, Syrah. The grapes are grown on our hillside estate vineyards surrounding Montescudaio on well drained sandy and calcareous soils. |
| Vinification |
Traditional vinification for red wines with a maceration of destemmed grapes up to 14 days. After the malolactic fermentation the wine is aged in French wooden “barriques”. Allier and Never for the following 12 months. |
| Organoleptical characteristics |
Colour: brilliant, ruby-red with garnet nuances. Bouquet: Clear vinous, reminiscent of vanilla and toasted bread, with slight woody and spicy notes. Taste: dry and slightly tannic, well structured with a good balance and harmonious flavour. |
| Best served with |
Full-bodied wine, best served with roasted, grilled, stewed red meat dishes, game and aged cheeses. Ideal for sipping on its own after a fine meal. |
| Serving Temperature |
The best serving temperature for tasting is 20°-22°C, best if uncorked at least two or three hours beforehand. |
| Storage |
It can be kept for five years if stored in cool and dark cellars. |