About this wine
Vineyard and terroir
Cabernet Franc and Merlot from Riparbella. The vines are 20 years old and trained using alberello and Guyot systems. The wine’s profile evokes the Mediterranean scrub and the mineral character of its soils.
Grapes
Cabernet Franc and Merlot; proportions are not specified.
Vinification
The two varieties ferment separately in temperature-controlled concrete vats.
Ageing
A portion of the Cabernet Franc rests in terracotta amphorae, emphasizing floral and fruit nuances.
Technical data
Costa Toscana IGP. Alcohol: 14%.
Tasting profile
Full-bodied and vibrant, with a deep, shifting aromatic profile dominated by Mediterranean-scrub notes. The palate is textural, with elegant balsamic echoes and freshness sustaining the wine’s balance.
Label / history
Altrovino brings together the richness of Merlot and the balsamic character of Cabernet Franc as an expression of the Tuscan Coast.
