Sangiovese Toscana IGT

SANGIOVESE MONTECCHIESI

Tenuta Montecchiesi

Denomination

Sangiovese Toscana IGT
Description

A native Tuscan grape variety par excellence, it acquires different scents and personalities depending on the area of production. The vineyards are located in Cortona at 280 metres above sea level. Tantalising on the nose, with aromas of cherry and raspberry, delicate and balanced in the mouth.
Vinification

The berries macerate for 18 days, then the must ferments, starting at a temperature of 20°C and reaching 28°C. at pressing-off. Malolactic in stainless steel immediately follow initial fermentation.
Maturation

Minimum 8 months in steel, followed by about 45 days in the bottle.
Sensory profile

A luminous, bright ruby red. A pronounced, heady bouquet offers fragrant cherry and raspberry, with a hint of spice. On the palate, it is refined and very well-balanced, while the finish is full-flavoured and ultra-appealing.
Serving suggestions

A fine partner with all types of meat, game, and cheeses.
Alchol
13 % vol.
Serving temperature

18 °C

A fine partner with all types of meat, game, and cheeses.

Norcia prosciutto aged 24 months; pici in a sauce of minced rabbit

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