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Description
Made exclusively from Sangiovese Grosso grapes grown on the Poggio al Granchio estate, the wine is produced from vineyards located at altitudes between 400 and 450 meters above sea level, with marly soils. After manual harvesting, the grapes undergo pre-fermentation maceration at low temperatures (5-6°C). Fermentation takes place with meticulously controlled temperatures (no higher than 27°C), pumping over and delastage techniques to enhance the wine’s fruity and mineral notes. After an initial stint in 300-liter French oak barrels, the wine is aged in 60-hl French oak vats for a total of 30 months. Its name, “Poggio al Granchio,” comes from a tiny pond at the center of the property, beneath a towering holm oak tree, home to friendly and lively freshwater crabs.
Characteristics
Upon tasting, it displays an intense ruby red color with purple notes. The nose is a veritable explosion of fresh fruit with hints of brandied cherries, currants, blackberries, and myrtle. The palate has this unmistakable subtle entry with silky, long-lasting tannins. It has a savory, mineral finish that only this area can offer Sangiovese.
Recommended pairings
A wine that pairs exceptionally well with game, red meat, and venison. Serve at 20°C in a wide glass that promotes oxygenation.
Winery: Val di Suga. Appellation: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG. Vintage: 2016. Grapes: 100% Sangiovese. Alcohol content: 14.50%. Bottle: 75cl. Contains sulfites.
Availability: In Stock
