Ratings: Silver Medal in the “2009 Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition”, Guida dell’Espresso 3 bottles and 15,5/20, Wein-Plus.de 85/100 Excellent, Selection: 3 stars;

 

Classification: I.G.T Colli della Toscana Centrale (Supertuscan)

Grape Varieties Blend: Sangiovese 70%, Cabernet Sauvignon 30%

Vinification: Separate fermentation for each variety on controlled temperature (25° to 30° C) without ” governo”.

Maturation and Refinement: French Oak (Allier, Nevers, Tronçais, Vosges) 90% and American Oak (West Cumberland) 10% barriques, then long refinement in bottle (1 year).

Organoleptic Characteristics of the wine:

• Colour:  Dark ruby red;
• Bouquet: Very intense, scents of black currant and other small fruits, toasted oak and spices;
• Flavour:  Fresh start followed by supple sensations, great tannic structure, ending with licorish, very long persistence.

Alcool !3,8 %, Total Acidity 6,30 g/l , Dry Extract 30,0 g/l

Availability and Prices will be given on demand

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