Santa Brigida 1997
This wine has been awarded a Silver Medal at "China Wine & Spirits Competition 2000" in Beijing and a Bronze Medal at "Sélections Mondiales 2000" in Montréal (Canada). Ratings: Luca Maroni 75, Wine Spectator 90/100
Classification: I.G.T Colli della Toscana Centrale (Supertuscan)
Grape varieties blend: Sangiovese 70%, Cabernet-Sauvignon 30%
Vinification: Separate fermentation for each variety on controlled temperature (25° a 30° C) without "governo".
Maturation and Refinement: French oak (Allier, Nevers, Tronçais, Vosges) 60% and American oak (West Cumberland) 40% barriques for 1 year, then long refinement in bottle (min. 6 months).
Organoleptic characteristics of the Wine:
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Colour: deep dark red. |
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Bouquet: herbal spicy, peppery, tar, hints of vanilla and cranberry. |
| Flavour: very powerful and fruity, cherry and cassis, licorice, extremely concentrated and rich. |
Alcohol 13,6%, Total acidity 5,7 g/l, dry extract 27,0 g/l
Availability and prices will be given on demand.
