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Terra Rossa Rosso di Montalcino DOC

by Il Poggiolo · Tuscany, Italy

AppellationRosso di MontalcinoDOC
TypeRed
GrapesSangiovese
Alcohol14.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyFull-bodied
Serve at18–20 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
Il PoggioloTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes come from the winery's own vineyards in Montalcino, at 450 metres above sea level. The soils are sandy limestone with plenty of stones.

Grapes

The variety is Sangiovese Grosso, known locally as Brunello.

Vinification

Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature and lasts 15–20 days.

Ageing

The wine ages for one year in 255-litre oak barrels. After bottling it rests at least 4 months in the winery's cellars.