An "every day" Supertuscan
Winery Castello di Fonterutoli |
Winery location Chianti Classico, Toscana |
Grape varieties 70% Sangiovese, 30% Merlot |
Alcohol 13.50% |
Total acidity 5.30% |
Vineyards location Badiola vineyard (Radda in Chianti), alt.: 470 - 570 m. (1,540 - 1,870 ft) a.s.l. |
Soil Rocky - coming from decomposed limestone and sandstone |
Training system Spur cordon-training and Guyot |
Nr. of vines per hectar 5.500 - 7.200 plants |
Harvest Hand picked from September 1st |
Fermentation temperature 26 - 28°C |
Period of maceration 12 - 15 days |
Ageing In american small oak barrels (225 lt) for 10 months |
Bottling May 2024 |
Available on the market June 2024 |
Formats 750 ml - 1,5 lt |
First vintage 1994 |
Key description Elegant, fresh red berry flavors, velvety, aromatic and supple |
Food pairing Cold cuts, pasta with meat/game sauce, pizza, big grilled fish, pot roast |
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