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Il Sasso Carmignano DOCG wine — Piaggia winery — Dionysus
RedCarmignanoDOCG

Il Sasso Carmignano DOCG

by Piaggia · Tuscany, Italy

Awards & scores
  • Tre Bicchieri 2010Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2007 vintage
AppellationCarmignanoDOCG
TypeRed
GrapesSangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot
Alcohol14.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Keeps for10–12 years
Bottled in0.75 l
PiaggiaTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The wine comes from the vineyard of the same name, Il Sasso, in one of the most intriguing and attractive parts of the Santa Cristina a Mezzana area. The site was already well suited to growing high-quality grapes, and Piaggia set out to bring out the best in it.

Vinification

Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are fermented in tanks with native yeasts. Skin contact lasts 18–20 days.

Ageing

The wine ages in French oak barriques for at least 15 months, followed by 6 months in bottle.

Tasting profile

A charming red wine.