Description
Non aggressive destemming and pressing, temperature controlled fermentation 28 degrees in stainless steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation performed in stainless steel tanks. Aging for 6 months in ‘conical wine cement eggs’ holding about 300 litres, followed by 6 months in bottle.
Color
Bright ruby
Grape Varieties
| Grape |
% |
|
Sangiovese
|
95
|
|
Syrah
|
5
|
Aroma
Raspberries, cherries, lilac, lavender, with hint of tarragon
Taste
It is fresh and expressive on the palate, with fruity flavors of red and black berries. Well- balanced and structured with smooth, sweet tannins rounding out the finish by creating a soft mouth-feel.
Cellaring Potential
7-10 yrs.
Food Matching
Pizzas, light pasta with tomato sauce, salami, proscuitti
Vinification
Time of harvest: first ten days of September
Vinification technique: non aggressive de-stemming pressing fermentation in temperature controlled stainless steel vats for 15 to 20 days.
Aging
Ageing process: 6 months in unglazed cement vats
Refinement in bottles: 6 months
Stabilising of the product: cold stabilization