Wine Article

The Crognolo named after a bush, on Cornus, which grows abundantly in the estate. Mostly from sangiovese, the traditional Tuscan varieties capable of giving wines elegant and durable, combining a gift to the complexity class of the variety affinity oak.
* Production Zone: Central Tuscany
* Vines: Mostly Sangiovese with a small proportion of Merlot
* Exposure: South
* Age of vineyards: 20 to 30 years
* Altitude: 250 meters sml
* Farming system: Cordon
* Number of vines per hectare: 6,666
* Type of soil: Sandy, clayey, good compactness
* Production per hectare: 4500 tons
* Winemaking: Maceration and fermentation for 20 days with pumping over and pressing
* Maturation: In French oak barrels
* Bottle aging: 6 months
* Features: The color is intense ruby prelude bouquet reminiscent of ripe cherries and berries, blended well with spicy notes that give class and complexity. Round, very harmonious and vibrant on the palate, showing depth and perfect tannins.
* Serving temperature 18°
* Matches: Fine meats, game, red meat braised