Lively ruby red in color, with slight purple hues; decisive, persistent aroma, with hints of violets, not yet ripe red fruits, and spices. It has a balanced structure and the taste is distinguished by a good note of freshness that accompanies the strong tannins.
– Careful selection of the grapes in the field and in the cellar
– Alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperature with medium-long maceration on the skins (from 15 to 20 days);
– Soft pressing.
Aging In steel tanks (70%) and wood (30%) from 4 to 12 months followed by at least 3 months in the bottle.
Pairings
Maltagliati with pork ribs ragout, pork ribs, and chicory side dish.
| Appellation | Toscana I.G.T. |
|---|---|
| Variety | Sangiovese 50% - Merlot 25% - Cabernet Sauvignon 25% |
| Average age of vines | 30+ |
| Farming | Certified Organic |
| Soil | rich in limestone |
| Fermentation | cement and stainless steel tanks ( about 70% of the wine), while in tonneaux and barriques (about 30% of the wine). |
| Aging | in wood barrels from 04 to 12 months |
Castellina In Chianti - Siena • Tuscany - Italy
Toscana I.G.T.
Guido Serio and his wife Isa
Franco Campanelli & Carlo Ferrini
20 hectares/ 250 meters above sea levels
