Ageing takes place for 3,5 years in French & Slavonian oak barrels, malolactic fermentation is natural with autochthon bacteria then a further 12 months bottle refining. It becomes Brunello after 5 years
Italy, Tuscany
APPELLATION: DOCG
GRAPES: 100% Sangiovese (a Prugnolo Grosso or Brunello)
APPEARANCE: Deep ruby red colour with orange hues
AROMA: Ripe plums scents with undergrowth, sun baked earth, cured meat, menthol, toast hints
PALATE: Quite warm, full-body, The ripe palate is mature and offers dried black, cherry, truffle, liquorice, espresso and a catchy hint of game alongside firm &chewy tannins for a balanced finish
FOOD PAIRING: Spaghetti Bolognese, Charred T-Bone Steak, Lamb Rack
SERVE: 16°C