Uno di quattro Merlot San Gimignano DOC
Production area San Gimignano
Grapes 100% Merlot
Age of vineyards 15 years old
Altitude 380 – 420 meters above sea level
Training system spurred cordon
Plant density 4000 plants per hectare
Production per plant 1 kg
Method of harvest hand harvest, careful selection of grapes in the cellar
Fermentation traditional fermentation in small cement tanks with maceration on the skins for 15-18 days, frequent reshuffling of the skins and performing three delestage. Aging in French oak barrels (for one third new ones) for 36 Months
Bottle aging at least 6 months
Alcohol content 15.5% Vol.
Colour brilliant ruby red with garnet highlights with aging
Nose typical aroma of berries or red flesh and black in general
Palate rich and full-bodied with notes of jam, good finish with excellent persistence and perspective of longevity
Ideal serving temperature 18° C
Pairings can accompany the dishes more flavourful and complex of the traditional Tuscan venison, steak and cheese
