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RedSangiovese Cabernet Sauvignon RubiconeIGT

Liano

by Umberto Cesari · Emilia Romagna, Italy

Appellation
Sangiovese Cabernet Sauvignon RubiconeIGT
Type
Red
Grapes
70% Sangiovese, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon
Vineyard
Podere Liano
Vintages
Current wine: 2023. Awards also identify 2022 and 2017 vintages.
Alcohol
13.5%
Sweetness
Dry
Colour
Red
Colour depth
Deep
Body
Medium-bodied
Serve at
16–17 °C
Bottled in
0.75 l
Umberto CesariEmilia Romagna, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The fruit is associated with Podere Liano, whose vineyards face south and southeast. The soils are medium-textured, clay-rich and calcareous. The vines average 15 years of age, and yield is 75 q/ha (7.5 t/ha).

Grapes

The 2023 blend is 70% Sangiovese and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon.

Vinification

Fermentation takes place at controlled temperature in specialized fermenters that maintain prolonged, continuous contact between the wine and skins, allowing a long maceration.

Ageing

The wine matures for 18 months in 5.5 hl Allier oak casks, followed by six months in bottle.

Technical data

Alcohol is 14% vol. Available formats are 0.375 L, 0.75 L, 1.5 L, 3 L, 9 L and 18 L.

Tasting profile

Red with garnet highlights. The broad bouquet combines ripe red fruit and sour-cherry preserve with delicate vanilla and spice nuances. The palate is soft and elegant, with sustained intensity, pleasant tannins and a harmonious, balanced structure.

Serving and pairing

Serve at 16°C with cured-meat starters, sliced beef, grilled fillet or a progression of cheeses. Ageing potential is 15 years.