Rosso di Montalcino DOC 2018 Villa i Cipressi 750ml
PRODUCTION AREA
The estate vineyards are located in the south and west of Montalcino (250/450 m above sea level)
SOIL COMPOSITION
Calcareous – clay – sandy silt
GRAPE VARIETIES
Sangiovese 100% , spurred cordon trellissing
Average 5.500 vines/ha
PRODUCTION METHOD
Hand-harvested, selection is prior to pressing.
Maceration and fermentation for 20/25 days in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks (26/28°C)
60% aged for 6 months in French oak barriques (225 l) and the remaining 40% in oak casks (10/30 hl) and bottle aged for at least 12 months
DESCRIPTION
Intense shining ruby red colour. Fruity bouquet with good finesse with violets and berries, fresh taste, fruity mellow, good stuff and great balance.
PAIRINGS AND SERVICE
Excellent pairing for the entire meal, particularly with pasta, seafood, medium ripe cheese.
Suggested service temperature 18° C
ALCOHOL CONTENT
14% vol.