GRAPES: Sangiovese 80%, Merlot 10%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10%
Region: Tuscany
Area: Castellina in Chianti / Monteriggioni
Altitude: 530 m a.s.l.
Vineyards: 3ha divided in two parts, in the municipalities of Monteriggioni and Castellina in Chianti, with vines aged between 20 and 40 years old
Soil: mixed sand and clay with galestro limestone
Yield: 45000/6000 kg/ha
Harvest: manual harvest from mid-September to mid-October
Fermentation: with selected yeasts in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks
Ageing: 18 months of which 12 months in stainless steel tanks and 6 months in medium sized barrels of French oak
Refining: short bottle refinement before market release
Bottle production: 4500 bottles 0,75l
Alcohol: 14%
Color: deep ruby red with violet reflections
Nose: bright floral aromas and ripe red and black fruits
IGT Rosso Bello Stento - Il Poderino
A fruity wine that is authentic and genuine, expressing the bright floral aromas and ripe fruit flavors that is so typical of the everyday Sangiovese from the Tuscan hills, with a notable acidity and dry finish that is so suitable for the everyday dishes that are enjoyed there. The addition of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon donate a particularly varied bouquet and freshness to the wine.