San Gimignano Rosso D.O.C San Biagio
Denomination:
San Gimignano Rosso D.O.C.
(Denominazione di Origine Controllata)
Grape Variety:
Sangiovese 70% Merlot 30%
Production zone
San Gimignano Vineyard “SAN BIAGIO”
Density:
4000 vines/ha
Cultivation system:
Spurred cordon and total grassing
Soil composition:
Mixed consistency, with presence of yellow
muddy sand mixed with clay and pebble.
Altitude:
290 m above sea level
Microclimate:
Typically Mediterranean, characterised by rainfall ranging from medium to high concentrated especially in the month of November. Especially dry with little to no rainfall in the month of July..Temperatures -0 degrees C° in Winter.
Production of vine per ha:
50 hl
Production Technique:
Harvesting: The grapes are hand harvested when they are fully ripe.
Vinification: The grapes must macerate in their skins fro approximate 15 days, followed by maturation in 225 litre French oak barrels for 14 months, and then in the bottle for approximately one year.
Organoleptic characteristics:
Colour: Deep, dark, ruby red
Bouquet: Spicy with notes of red berry fruits.
Flavour: Full, highly structured and lasting.
Alcohol content: 14%
Serving temperature: 20 degrees C°
Serving suggestion: Red meat, game and tasty cheese.
