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Amansio — Costa Toscana IGT Aleatico Passito wine — Gualdo del Re winery — Dionysus
SweetCosta Toscana IGT Aleatico Passito

Amansio — Costa Toscana IGT Aleatico Passito

by Gualdo del Re · Tuscany, Italy

TypeSweet
AppellationCosta Toscana IGT Aleatico Passito
GrapesAleatico
VineyardSuvereto, Livorno, Tuscany
Gualdo del ReTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes come from Suvereto in the province of Livorno, Tuscany, at 100 m above sea level. The soils consist of clay, sand and silt. Planting density is 6,000 vines per hectare, with spur-pruned cordon training.

Grapes

Aleatico.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested late and left to dry naturally on the vines. The resulting must undergoes alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks.

Ageing

The wine matures for 6 months in stainless steel, followed by at least 3 months in bottle before release.

Tasting profile

Bright ruby in colour. The floral and fruit-led bouquet combines violet with raspberry, sour cherry and plum. The palate has good weight, balancing freshness with softness, and finishes with long aromatic persistence.

Serving and pairing

Suitable for dry pastries in general and especially dark chocolate, whether served on its own or used in desserts.

Label / history

The first vintage was produced in 2001.