2024
PRODUCTION AREA: Montepulciano: Sant’Ilario.
GRAPE VARIETIES: Prugnolo Gentile (Sangiovese) 95% – Canaiolo Nero 5%.
SOIL: Pliocene, medium mixture with layers of fine sand, sedimentary clay and some pebbles.
VINE TRAINING: Straight-line spurred tying – 4,400 vine stocks per hectare. Average age of
producing vines: 10-15 years.
PRODUCTION PER HECTARE: 8 tons.
MICROCLIMATE: Moderate temperatures throughout the year, and the vineyards’ southern
exposure create favourable microclimatic conditions. In addition, the proximity of three lakes,
Montepulciano, Chiusi and Trasimeno, and two mountains, Amiata and Cetona, has a positive
influence on the local climate.
WINEMAKING PROCESS: After traditional processing with the grape skins for 12 -15 days, the
wine is refined in medium-sized Slavonian oak casks, for about 8-10 months. Malolactic
fermentation takes place during this time.
ORGANOLEPTIC CHARACTERISTICS: Deep ruby-red colour; the perfume is
characteristically fruity, with notes of ripe plum. The flavour is smooth, balanced and well
structured. A versatile wine, it pairs well with first course dishes, red meats, cold cuts and seasoned
cheeses. Serving Temperature: 18 – 20 C
