Rugiolo Toscana I.G.T. 2016 - TECHNICAL SHEET

Grape variety:

Sangiovese 50% merlot 35% ciliegiolo 15%

Vineyards altitude:

360 metres above sea level

Harvest period:

end of September

Fermentation:

12-15 days in stainless steel vat

Maceration:

20 days in stainless steel vat

Aging in wood barrel:

12 months in 70% French oak and 30% cherry barrels

Aging in bottle:

3 months

Alcohol content:

14.00%

Colour:

shiny ruby red

Scent:

scents of small red fruits, especially cherry, accompanied by floral tones and spiced and vanilla hints.

Taste:

enjoyable thanks to the strong tannins. Savoury, intense with good level of freshness and concentration. Pleasant to drink, as the wine taste is well harmonised with the sweet oak spices.

Combination:

versatile restaurant mate. Ideal to accompany first and second dishes, soups, averagely aged cheeses and not particularly savoured meats.