1992
Vinsanto of Montepulciano D.O.C.
Technical Sheet
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Median age of vines50 years
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Elevation450 mtrs above sea level
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ExposureSouth westerly
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SoilMedium density with plenty of clay
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Yield per hectare3,000 Kgms per hectare
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ColourAn amber yellowy colour with orange specks
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BouquetComplex on the nose with traces of dry fruit, fig, peel of candied orange and honey
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FlavourPersistance on the tongue with a sweet persistent finish but with a fresh pleasant acid flavour which make it perfect for some special dishes.
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Alcohol15,5 %
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Serve withBest served with dishes, such as foie gras, cakes with a great presence of chocolate and some spicy herbed cheeses.
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Serving Temperature10-12 degree centigrade
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Grape typeWhite malvasia, white canaiolo, pulcinculo, Tuscan trebbiano and Sangiovese
Production techniques
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FermentationSelected by hand in the vineyard, the grapes are carefully storedin an aired room where they are let for at least 3 months, till the beginning of January next year; after pressing, the must is then transferred to oak, chestnut tree and cherrytree casks.
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Maturation25 years in casks
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CellaringAt least 6 months in bottles