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Il Castellaccio Bolgheri Superiore DOC, 2021

Podere Il Castellaccio

Cabernet Franc and a small part of Pugnitello, matured in barrique and amphora

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Artisanal wine Native yeasts

Red

Native yeasts

79,90 €

Territory

Italy

Tuscany, Bolgheri

Castagneto Carducci (LI)

Characteristics

Appellation: Bolgheri DOC

Grape varieties:

95% Cabernet Franc, 5% Pugnitello

Alcohol content: 14,5%

Format: 750ml

Annual production:

1400

Bottles

Serving temperature: 18°

Description

Manual harvest at the end of September; spontaneous fermentation in steel at a controlled temperature, with maceration on the skins for 45/50 days; after racking, the wine matures for 12 months in French oak barriques and for 12 months in ceramic mixture amphorae; followed by refinement for at least 6 months in the bottle.

Tasting

Ruby red color, fine nose of cherries, raspberries and blackberries, with subtle notes of vanilla and spices; elegant and velvety sip, with good body and freshness, with a long, persistent finish.

Pairings

Roasts, stews, grilled meats, mature cheeses.