Region: Toscana
Production Area: Castellina in Chianti (Siena)
Appellation: Toscana IGT
Varietal Blend: 100% Merlot
Vineyard: Southwestern exposure 1250 feet a.s.l..
Training system: Standing spur
Vineyard Density: 6.200 per hectare
Harvest: September 2004
Vinification: In stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature with a 18 day maceration.
Aging: 18 months in French oak barrels plus 6 months in the bottle.
Bottling: May 25, 2006
Production: 7.500 bottles.
Alcohol: 13.78 % vol

Tasting Notes: Dark ruby red, intense and persistent bouquet of black fruit and sweet spices. This supertuscan shows great balance alcohol/acidity and silky tannins. Extremely long finish

Food Pairings: Wild boar dishes. Braised meats.

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REVIEWS from Wine Spectator:                                 88Pts
“Beautiful aromas of blackberries and coffee, with a full body, round tannins and a long, toasted oak aftertaste. Best after 2007.”