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Rosso di Montepulciano DOC

by Sanguineto I & II · Tuscany, Italy

AppellationRosso di MontalcinoDOC
TypeRed
GrapesSangiovese, Canaiolo Nero, Mammolo
Alcohol14.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyFull-bodied
Serve at18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
FarmingNatural wine
Sanguineto I & IITuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes grow in the Italian commune of Sanguinetto. The vineyards receive sunlight throughout the day, and the local microclimate supports consistent ripening. Plantings date from 1963, 1999, 2012 and 2017, at a density of 2,200–2,400 vines per hectare. Yields do not exceed 100 quintals per hectare.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested by hand into crates in late September or early October and taken directly to the winery. After destemming, they macerate for approximately 8–10 days, with the cap punched down twice daily. Fermentation is spontaneous, without added yeast, in glass-lined cement and stainless-steel tanks.

Ageing

The wine matures for one year in Slavonian and Allier oak barrels of various sizes.

Tasting profile

Fresh in style.