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La Mozza Morellino di Scansano DOCG wine — Bastianich winery — Dionysus

La Mozza Morellino di Scansano DOCG

by Bastianich · Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

AppellationMorellino di ScansanoDOCG
TypeRed
GrapesSangiovese, Alicante Bouschet, Syrah
Alcohol14.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–17 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
BastianichFriuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

About this wine

Grapes

Sangiovese forms the majority of the blend, complemented by small amounts of Syrah and Alicante Bouschet.

Vinification

The must ferments in stainless-steel tanks with naturally occurring yeasts, followed by 20 days of maceration.

Ageing

Forty percent of the wine ages in stainless-steel tanks; the remaining 60% spends eight months in French barriques.

Tasting profile

The nose is fruity and spicy. The palate is rich yet elegant.

Label / history

The label depicts a distinctive variety of pear grown on the estate.