Castello di Meleto – Borgaio Red Tuscany I.G.T. – Avvenice

$20.24

Varietal: 70% Sangiovese 30% Merlot

Vineyard: Fonti and Meleto (Sangiovese), San Piero (Merlot) between 360 and 380 meters above sea level.

Year vineyard planted: Between 1974 and 1997

Vines per hectare: 4,000/5,000

Yield per hectare: 5/6.5 tons

Training method: Spurred cordon and Guyot

Vinification: Grapes are destemmed and lightly pressed, the juice spontaneously ferments in stainless steel tanks at a maximum temperature of 25°C; after fermentation wine remains in contact with skins for 15-20 days before racking in cement tanks where wine undergoes malolactic fermentation.

Aging: Most of the wine ages in stainless steel for 10-12 months, while a small part is aged in second and third use barrels for the same period of time.

Tasting notes: Deep ruby red, with notes of red berry fruits and hints of violet. Pleasantly fresh and round with soft tannins. Good persistence on the finish.