Merlot
Denomination: Toscana Igt Rosso “Merlot”
Production zone: San Gimignano district
Grape variety: Merlot
Soil composition: Pliocene clays and ochreus sands
Training and cultivation system: Guyot and spurred cordon. Total grassing, green harvests, manual harvesting and selection of grapes in little cases.
Density: 4.500 viti/ha
Production of wine per ha: 45hl
Altitude: 210/280 m above sea level
Microclimate: Damp in winter and spring, hot and dry in summer
Vinification: traditional maceration on skins initially at 20°C, followed by punching the cap and pumping over at least 15 days at a controlled temperature of 30°C. After racking off, the wine is transferred to medium-sized oak barrels, where it stays for 4 months
Organoleptic characteristic:
Colour: deep ruby red
Bouquet: ripe red berry fruits and slightly vanilla note
Flavours: warm, flavoursome with an evident aftertaste reminiscent of jam and spices
Alcohol contenent: 13,5°
Service temperature: 18/20° C
Service suggestions: cured meats, mature cheeses, assorted roast and grilled meats and game
Packing: cardboard box containing six 0.750 litre bottles packed horizontally
