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Rosso del Cerro wine — Capanna winery — Dionysus
RedToscanaIGT

Rosso del Cerro

by Capanna · Tuscany, Italy

AppellationToscanaIGT
TypeRed
GrapesMore than 90% Sangiovese
VineyardEstate vineyards in the Montosoli area
LineToscana IGT
Alcohol14.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Keeps for5 years
Bottled in0.75 l
CapannaTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Grapes: more than 90% Sangiovese.

Vinification: alcoholic fermentation with 15–18 days of skin maceration at controlled temperature in stainless-steel tanks, followed by spontaneous malolactic fermentation.

Aging: approximately 3–6 months in 20–32 hl oak casks, followed by a short period in bottle.

Release: 6–8 months after harvest.

Characteristics: ruby-red colour. Fresh and fruity aromas. Medium-bodied and lightly tannic on the palate.

Food pairings: starters, pasta with meat ragù or mushrooms, roasted white meats, cured meats and fresh cheeses.

Bottle format: 0.75 L.