SANGIOVESE DI TOSCANA I.G.T. “SOR TONINO”
This wine takes us back to the origins of our history with a dedication to Antonio, Tonino to all of us, founder of the estate together with his brother Domenico. Entirely produced with Sangiovese grapes, it
is a young wine with an extremely versatile character in the combination and consumption opportunities.
MIXED VARIETIES:
A minimum of 85% of Sangiovese and possible additions of other
complementary vines depending on the year.
VINEYARDS LOCATION: Midhillside 150-200 mt above sea level
SOIL: Medium textured with layers of loam, volcanic tuff and clay.
TRAINING SYSTEM: Simple Guyot
DENSITY OF PLANTING: 4.700 vines per hectare
MICROCLIMATE:
Optimum microclimate conditions with significant differences
in temperature between day and night, ideal for the development
and maintenance of coloring and aromatic substances.
WINE PRODUCTION: Not over than 70 Hl/Ha
HARVEST: By hand with bunches of grapes selected on the basis of ripeness.
WINE-MAKING AND MATURATION:
Fermentation performed under controlled temperature (25-26°C)
in stainless steel vats, with frequent pumping over and déléstage
(rack and return). Maceration is for a minimum of 10 days. Maturation
in stainless steel vats for a minimum of 8 months, followed
by aging in the bottle for about 30 days before marketing.
TASTING NOTES:
Ruby red colour with purple reflections, it has a delicate scent
reminiscent of red pulp fruits with a light vegetal note. In the
mouth it is well structured, integrating with the freshness of a
young and balanced wine.
SERVING TEMPERATURE: 16°C
FOOD PAIRING:
Meat entrees, Tuscan cheeses and cold cuts.
