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RoséToscanaIGT

Cretum Rosato Toscana IGT

by Tenuta Chigi Saracini · Tuscany, Italy

AppellationToscanaIGT
TypeRosé
GrapesSangiovese
VineyardCastelnuovo Berardenga, Siena
LineCretum
Tenuta Chigi SaraciniTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The fruit comes from Castelnuovo Berardenga in the province of Siena, at an altitude of 300 m. Yield is 5,500 kg/ha.

Grapes

Sangiovese.

Vinification

A very brief cold maceration is followed by gentle pressing of the pomace. The must ferments in small stainless-steel vats at a controlled 10°C. Malolactic fermentation is prevented.

Ageing

The wine is aged in stainless steel.

Technical data

Alcohol: 12.5% vol. Available format: 0.75 l bottle.

Tasting profile

Onion-skin pink. Cherry and strawberry shape the fruity profile, while pronounced freshness and versatility define the palate.