Bernino Red Wine

Classification:

I.G.T. Toscana Rosso: Indicazione Toscana Tipica (Typical Tuscan)

Grapes:

70% Sangiovese various clones, 30% Canaiolo, Malvasia, Colorino are the wines produced by the selected red grapes cultivated in the vineyard.

Vineyards Technical Information:

• Vineyards are on hills facing south-east.
• Average altitude: 200 mts (660 ft) a.s.l.
• Soil composed of a particular kind of clay called "castagnina" (chestnut).
• Method of cultivation "filare a capovolto" (to overturn).

Winemaking method:

• Grapes are hand picked for best selection.
• Traditional winemaking and fermentation is done in typical wooden tubs.
• The wine is later transferred to Tuscan oak barrels.
• One month later, an additional hand picking of grapes is done. A process known as "governo toscano", which is a selection of aged grapes to produce a concentrated grape juice rich in flavors, color and alcohol.
• This wine is aged for 2 years in oak barrels and is then bottled.

Tasting notes:

Wine has a deep ruby color to it. It has a pleasant fruity, floral scent. Wild red and black berries tastes are intertwined. Once the wine is left to breathe after opened, there emerges a delicate, yet spicy taste…the tanning flavor is well integrated. The wine has an excellent structure, round, very pleasant and harmonic to the palate.

Alcohol level:

13 % Vol.

Ideal wine temperature:

16°C-18°C * 60.8°F-64.4°F

Aging process needed prior to serving:

Between 3-4 years

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