$129.00
The estate has origins that date back to the 17th century and it still keeps its historical heritage in a building called “Palazzo” (Palace) that was built by Fabivs de' Vecchis, Bishop of Montalcino and Abbot of Sant’Antimo Abbey. On December 31, 1877, the countess Cerretani sold the entire estate to the Ciacci family from Castelnuovo dell’Abate. Where else in the world, would you see this much history?
Sangiovese Grosso’s spurred cordon vineyards facing South, are located in the heart of the Val d’Orcia Park, Unesco World Heritage. The soil texture is medium grain with good levels of marl and shale, dating from the Eocene period. The Sangiovese Grosso clone is selected from the eldest vines of the estate characterized by straggly bunches and big berries with thick skin. It is a particularly representative kind of Sangiovese coming from Montalcino area, which gives quality even in difficult vintages.
Why do we like it?
Wine was aged for more than 24 months in 20-75 hl Slavonian oak barrels, followed by over 8 months of bottle refinement. It shows a ruby red colour with tones of garnet. Bouquet is intense, fruit forward, spicy and floral with hints of red berry fruits enriched by delicate spicy notes. It is warm, soft and very well balanced on the palate. Will benefit from decanting, serve at 16 degrees in large red wine glasses.
Grape Sangiovese
Country Italy
Region Tuscany
Vintage 2017
