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Orcia Sangiovese DOC wine — Sassodisole winery — Dionysus
RedOrciaDOC

Orcia Sangiovese DOC

by Sassodisole · Tuscany, Italy

AppellationOrciaDOC
TypeRed
Grapes100% Sangiovese Grosso
VineyardYoungest vines in the Val d’Orcia UNESCO World Heritage Site, in the municipality of Montalcino
Vintages2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
SassodisoleTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes come from the estate’s youngest vines, cultivated at 280–320 m above sea level within the Val d’Orcia UNESCO World Heritage Site in the municipality of Montalcino. The vines are trained to low spurred cordon.

Grapes

100% Sangiovese Grosso. The wine was conceived as a fruit-focused expression of the variety in the Tuscan tradition.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested during the last week of September.

Ageing

Maturation in large Slavonian oak barrels softens the wine’s texture while preserving and enhancing the fruity and floral character associated with its place of origin. The wine is intended to continue developing in bottle.

Technical data

Orcia Sangiovese D.O.C.; 13.5% alcohol by volume. Production totals 22,000 bottles, presented in 0.75 L Bordeaux bottles.

Tasting profile

Intense ruby red. The nose is intense, persistent and fine, with floral and fruity aromas recalling redcurrant, red cherry and violets. The palate is dry, warm and soft, with moderate freshness and tannins, a savoury character, balanced body, intensity and a persistent, fine finish. Its appealing structure is paired with an easy-drinking character.

Serving and pairing

Serve at 18 °C with Tuscan first courses, white or red meats, fish cacciucco, cured meats or medium-aged cheeses.