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, stone and silt. Planting density is 6,000 vines per hectare, with spur-pruned cordon training.

Grapes

Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Blend percentages are not specified.

Vinification

Alcoholic fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation is completed in the same vessels.

Ageing

The wine matures for 12 months in third- and fourth-use barriques, followed by at least 3 months in bottle before release.

Tasting profile

Ruby red with good colour intensity. The bouquet is pleasantly fruit-driven, showing red berries with subtle spicy accents. The palate is well structured, lively and harmonious, with soft tannins and good flavour persistence.