LE VOLIERE IGT(100% Cabernet Sauvignon)
Denomination: Indicazione Geografica Tipica
Grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon 100%
Growing area: In the vineyard “Montino”, “Vignacce” and “Godiolo” at 300-320 mt. above sea level near the village of Rapolano Terme (SI).
Training system: Unilateral cordon spur pruned
Vineyard age: From the 1972 “Vignacce”. New plantings “Montino” 1999 and “Godiolo” 2002
Aspect: South, South/East and South/West
Soil profile: Rocks, sand, clay
Number of vines: 2.600/hectare in the old vineyard and 6.000/hectare in the new ones
Hectares: 8.03.90 ha ( 19,86 acres)
Harvest: Only by hand in the middle of October
Vinification: Crushing with destemming. Fermentation in vats for about 18 – 20 days. About 18-20 months in French oak barrels. Refinement 1 year in bottle.
Sensory profile: Very intense ruby red. Ample, spicy, ripe red berries and jam nose. Clean, rich, concentrated on the palate, lengthy and elegant . Perfect with rich main courses. A good meditation wine.
Alcohol content: From 13% to 14% vol.
Serving temperature:18-20°C |
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