Denomination: I.G.T. Tuscan red
Grapes
Sangiovese 80%
Merlot 15%
Colorino 5%
Production area: Lucignano (AR)
Vineyard area: 2 hectares
Altitude of the vineyards: 300 meters
Exposure: South
Soil type: Medium calcareous mixture with stone
Training system: Espalier - Spurred cordon
Planting density: 5000 plants/ha
Yield/hectare: 50 hl
Harvest period: First week of October
Winemaking
In stainless steel at a controlled temperature of 26/28 °C
with maceration on the skins for 18 days
Aging in wood
12 months in French oak barriques
Bottle refinement
12 months
Organoleptic characteristics
Alcohol 13.5% vol.
Color Intense ruby red
Complex, pleasant smell, hints of ripe red fruits
and hints of vanilla and spices
Excellent structure, full, persistent
Service temperature
18° C
Dish/wine pairing
Dishes based on red meats, game, mature cheeses