Denomination: I.G.T. Toscana

Grape Variety: 75% Sangiovese, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon

Soil Quality: Predominantly calcareous of Pliocene origins

Vine Training System: Espalier with Guyot pruning

Density: 4,500 plants/Hectare

Altitude: 450/500 m. above sea level

Vinification: Fermentation in steel vats and aged in oak barriques for 12 months

Refinement time in bottle: 6 months minimum

Bottle size: 0.75 l., 1.5 l.

Tasting notes: Deep purple-red color, soft and well balanced taste with hint of prune, cassis and other ripe fruit, vanilla, pepper and cinnamon. Light tannins. A well-balanced wine with a big personality. This wine is perfect for meditation. Best with roasted or grilled meat.

Awards & Acknowledgements:

Luca Maroni’s 2010 guide to the best Italian wines: 86 points