Impostino Montecucco Rosso 2011

Tuscany, Italy

Vines: 80% Sangiovese 20% Merlot, Syrah and Petit Verdot

Origin: Vineyards Poggio, Cerretina, Laghetto, Pinetina.

Soil: Clay and calcareous, with pebbles

Exposure: hilly south -southwest

Altitude: 330-350 m above sea level

Density: 5600 vines / hectare

System: cordon spur

Yield: 70 quintals / hectare

Vinification: Grapes are manually collected between september and October, according to the maturation of different varieties. Rasps are taken away, and the wine ferments at controlled temperature of 22-25°C and it rests for 20 days on the skins

Aging: It matures for two years on its fine leeds, while a small part rests for 12 months in oak barrels.

Alcohol content: 13%

Characteristics: Red ruby color, with slight grenade shades, has rich and intense nose, with hints of red fruits and a crachteristic spicy note. Tastes soft, full bodied and fresh, with good balance and sweet tannins. Well accompanies tasty cheese, traditional pasta dishes and cured or simply cooked meats.Served ay 16-18° goes well with aged cheese and meats, game meat pasta dishes and meat dishes in general. It exalts on roasted lamb and chicken.