“Il Brecciolino”
Emotion: The might in harmony.
RED TUSCAN WINE typical geographic indication
With this particular blend we aim to find the perfect harmony among 3 grapes, respecting the nuances of every vintage give to us. Hand picked selection of the grapes and the result of an accurate vinification process. Cold maceration for 48 hours, fermentation at controlled temperature in stainless steel vats, daily pumping over and gentle pressing. Ageing of 18 months in oak barrels and further refinement in bottle before being release on the market.
The name of the wine recalls the gravel, in particular the small pebbles that cover the country roads, also used to drain the vineyards. The name underlines the strong link with the territory and the first wine made under Filippo Rocchi’s direction.
BLEND
Wine made by Merlot, Petit Verdot and Sangiovese grapes.
Selection of hand-picked from our vineyards Piano (Sangiovese), Cipresso (Merlot), Gaben (Petit Verdot) with the trainig system of cordon spur.
CHARACTERISTICS
COLOUR: Intense ruby red.
BOUQUET: Intense nose with suggestion of mature cherry and plum, flowery as dry or macerated red rose, aromas of sweet spices such as vanilla or liquorice, tertiary aromas as tobacco and cocoa, hints of aromatic herbs.
TASTE: Full-bodied wine, harmoniously blended, soft and velvety tannins, round and with a pleasant level of acidity, long persistence in the aftertaste.
ALCOHOL: 15%
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
Pair this top Tuscan wine with strong red meats, roasts and game, strong flavored pasta dishes or aged cheeses as well as with dark chocolate (70% o more). Wine that you can drink now or keep it for the long aging. Serving temperature 16°-18° C°.
