A light and refreshing wine with fruity notes for relaxed enjoyment. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon (60%) and Merlot (40%), harvested by hand and vinified with the greatest care. At least 12 months separate aging for each variety in barriques followed by 6 months in the bottle.
JAMES SUCKLING 2016 93/100
DECANTER WINE AWARDS 2016 95/100
22ND JAPAN WINE CHALLENGE 2017 Gold
DESIGNATION OF ORIGIN: Bolgheri Doc Rosso
AREA OF CULTIVATION: Bolgheri
SOIL: complex light sandy loam alluvial soils
DENSITY OF VINES: 9,500 vines per hectare
VINE TRAINING: cordon
GRAPE VARIETY: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon; 40% Merlot
GRAPE HARVEST: hand-picked, 15 kg crates
FERMENTATION AND MACERATION: temperature controlled fermentation at 28°C for 15-20 days
AGEING: 12 months in barriques and 6 months in the bottle
RECOMMENDED SERVING TEMPERATURE: 18°C
ALCOHOL: 14.5% vol*
(* Depending on the year, the analytical values may vary slightly)