Description
Country: Italy
Region: Tuscany
Sub-Region: Chianti
Grapes: Grape Sangiovese 85 ; Grape Merlot 10 ; Grape
Other 5
Tasting Note:
A charming Chianti full of fruit and spice, juicy and
approachable, with cherries offset by an exotic perfume of
vanilla and cinnamon.
Winemaking:
Grapes were gently crushed, pressed and then macerated
on skins for between 8-10 days.The juice was fermented at
a controlled temperature of 27-28°C with frequent and
gentle pumping over, extracting a good amount of colour
and tannin & giving the wine great structure. After
fermentation, the wine was left to undergo malolactic
fermentation. The wine was then aged in a mixture of
French and American oak barrels for 10 months.
Vineyard :
The production area is located within the hilly zones of Vinci,
Cerreto Guidi and the surrounding areas in Tuscany. The
wine is made from 85% Sangiovese grapes with 10% Merlot
grapes and 5% other varietals included for additional
complexity.
Food matching:
Ideal with roast pheasant with wild mushroom, potato &
bacon ragout or braised veal with red cabbage and
dauphinoise potatoes.
Awards:
Silver Medal at International Wine Challenge 2017,
Commended at Decanter World Wine Awards 2017.
DETAILS
- 75cl
- 13.50%
- Italy
- Tuscany
- 2016
- Red, Warm and Spicy