Indicazione Geografica Tipica
Appellation
IGT Toscana
Varietals
85% Sangiovese, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon
Production zone
Gavorrano (GR)
Region
Tuscany
Pruning system
Cordon spur
Planting density
2,50 m x 0,80 m
Yield per hectare
5.500 kg
Bottles produced
20.000
Vinification
Maceration and fermentation in steel tanks for 15 days, with pumpovers, punch downs and delstages. Malolactic fermentation is in French oak.
Aging
The wine is barrel aged for 6-8 months, and bottle aged for 3-6 months.
Alcohol content
13,5 - 14,5%
Color
Intense, deep ruby.
Aromas
Intense and complex, with red and black forest berry fruit, peonies, violets, juniper, vegetal accents, and underbrush.
Flavors
Intense, persistent, and nicely structured; it is rich and fresh on the palate, with powerful tannins and smoky notes in the finish.
Serving temperature
16-18 °C