Prunaiolo
I.G.T Toscana
The Organic IGT Red Wine Prunaiolo is produced with a careful selection of our best grapes. A portion of Sangiovese grapes undergoes a brief natural drying process. Maceration takes 12-15 days at controlled temperature with manual punch-down.
 | Denomination | I.G.T. - Toscana |
 | Production Method | Organic |
 | Definition | Dry Red - Medium-Long Ageing |
 | Vineyard | San Martino - La Rosa |
 | Exposure | South-West |
 | Training | Upwards-trained Vertical-trellised–Tuscan Arched Cane– Spurred Cordon |
 | Soil | Clay and Pliocene Sands |
 | Grapes Blend | Sangiovese 34%, Merlot 33%, Cabernet Sauvignon 33% |
| Winemaking | 80% of Chianti vinified in steel and lined cement tanks, 20% aged for 6 six months in French Oak Barrels |
 | Ageing | 12 months in barrique plus 12 months in large ovals |
 | Further Maturing | 6 months in glass |
| Production | 4-5000 bottles |
Tasting Notes
The Organic IGT Red Wine Prunaiolo has a ruby colour with garnet highlights. It bears fragrances of ripe fruit and licorice. The palate expresses the strength of a superb suite of tannins, warm and enveloping with a back palate of roots and leather.
Pairings "Prunaiolo"
The Organic IGT Red Wine Prunaiolo is particularly recommended with second courses of meat such as Florentine steaks, salmis of hare and braised beef. Serve at 18°.