Questo vino
Vineyard and terroir
Rivus comes from 3.50 ha of vineyards planted at an average elevation of 350 m above sea level. The soils combine galestro, a friable marl, with alberese limestone. Planting density is 6,000 vines per hectare, and the vines are trained to spur-pruned cordons at a height of 80 cm. Total production is listed as 225 hl, yielding approximately 30,000 bottles.
Grapes
80% Sangiovese and 20% Canaiolo.
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless-steel tanks.
Ageing
The wine remains in stainless-steel tanks for 10 months.
Technical data
Classification: Toscana I.G.T. Vineyard area: 3.50 ha. Average vineyard elevation: 350 m. Planting density: 6,000 vines/ha. Total production: 225 hl. Availability: 30,000 bottles.
Tasting profile
The published assessment of the 2015 vintage describes attractive red-cherry fruit, carefully shaped tannins and a long finish. It presents the character of a Tuscan red with added refinement.
Vintage notes
The 2015 vintage received 92 points from JamesSuckling.com. It could be enjoyed when reviewed, although a few further years of bottle maturation were expected to improve it.