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Pietrafocaia di Sopra IGT wine — J. G. Benda winery — Dionysus
Red

Pietrafocaia di Sopra IGT

by J. G. Benda · Tuscany, Italy

TypeRed
GrapesSangiovese
Vintages2021
Alcohol14.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyFull-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Keeps for3–10 years
Bottled in0.75 l
J. G. BendaTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes grow under the hot Tuscan sun in vineyards with sandy and limestone soils, where they reach optimal ripeness.

Vinification

The wine is made using traditional methods. It undergoes spontaneous fermentation with yeasts in steel tanks for three weeks and is neither filtered nor clarified.

Ageing

It matures for 28 months in oak barrels, followed by 21 months in bottle.

Tasting profile

Expressive and rich, with a bright, layered bouquet, juicy fruit, clear structure and lively acidity.

Label / history

The name translates as “Above the Fiery Rock.” Production was limited to 2,444 bottles.