Grapes: Sangiovese (60%), Cabernet Sauvignon (20%) and Merlot (20%)

Region: Pomino, Tuscany

Soil Type: Clay and Limestone marls

Winemaking: Vinified partly in oak and partly in stainless steel, the Sangiovese is aged for 18 months in large French oak barrels, whilst the Cabernet and Merlot spend that time in French barriques.

ABV: 14%

Tasting Note
This is a textbook example of how well Sangiovese and Cabernet can work together, with the Cab filling out the mid palate and adding rich fruit and dark chocolate notes to the finish. The nose has deep fruit concentration with dark cherries and herbs from the Sangiovese, whilst steely tannins lend the wine structure and ageability. Fantastic with lamb rack.

Cellaring
I'd expect this to be at its best in the next 3 years, although it will keep much longer.

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