ALTANA MAREMMA TOSCANA ROSSO DOP
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Classification: Maremma Toscana Rosso DOP
Grape Variety: Sangiovese 65% Syrah 35%
Provenance: Roccastrada, province of Grosseto in Maremma, Tuscany.
Soil: Soft, not very deep, rich in stones, well drained, on a strong slope.
Training System: Spurred cordon.
Density: 4,000 - 6,000/Hectare.
Harvesting period: First and second week of September by hand.
Vinification: De-stemming followed by gentle pressing. Alcoholic fermentation in temperature controlled stainless steel vats.
Refinement: Mostly in stainless steel tanks, only a small part in barriques for 1 year followed by aging for a long time.
Production: 20,000 bottles
Organoleptic characteristics: A superb example of agility and character without defects. The nose is a puzzle, rich and at the same time well chiseled. Notes of red fruit, black licorice and green nuances all combine in exquisite elegance. There is a balsamic background and a remarkable freshness. Good weight in the mouth with soft tannins, a nice long finish. Powerful and rich.
Grape Variety: Sangiovese 65% Syrah 35%
Provenance: Roccastrada, province of Grosseto in Maremma, Tuscany.
Soil: Soft, not very deep, rich in stones, well drained, on a strong slope.
Training System: Spurred cordon.
Density: 4,000 - 6,000/Hectare.
Harvesting period: First and second week of September by hand.
Vinification: De-stemming followed by gentle pressing. Alcoholic fermentation in temperature controlled stainless steel vats.
Refinement: Mostly in stainless steel tanks, only a small part in barriques for 1 year followed by aging for a long time.
Production: 20,000 bottles
Organoleptic characteristics: A superb example of agility and character without defects. The nose is a puzzle, rich and at the same time well chiseled. Notes of red fruit, black licorice and green nuances all combine in exquisite elegance. There is a balsamic background and a remarkable freshness. Good weight in the mouth with soft tannins, a nice long finish. Powerful and rich.