Montecucco Rosso La Sassaia DOC 2006

Country: Italia
Region:Maremma, Tuscany, Italy
Varietals: 100% Montecucco Rosso (Sangiovese) Single Vineyard/Vintage
Alcohol: 13.0%
Aging: Minimum 9 months in French Oak Barriques refined 3 months in bottle
750ml

Winemaker:Cantine Bonacchi, Montalbano, Tuscany

Wine Notes:

TIn the wonderful territory of Alta Tuscia Latium, the Maremma is seen as an absolutely splendid and magical land, highly regarded for the extraordinary quality of its wines.

The soil consists predominantly of fragmented sandstone, to which characteristically is added the lava composites from the age when Mt. Amiata still was an active volcano. The lava presence gives the vines a mineral character and tastiness typical for the area. Add to this a mild climate, with warm summers and winters and average amount of rain, and you have ideal factors for a splendid grape maturation, even in less advantaged vintages.

Winemaker Notes:

The wine is made of 100% Sangiovese, known locally as Montecucco Rosso, and hail from the ancient La Sassaia vineyards which are known locally to produce the best grapes in the region. Fermentation starts with 15 day maceration that creates the wonderfully elegant, rich, full body that is characteristic of this wine. At sight a deep ruby red color. The nose is full, wide, fruit forward, with clear persistent characteristics. The flavor is warm with excellent structure with soft well balanced tannins followed by a long lasting, smooth persistent finish.

Wines from this appellation are usually suited to moderate aging, and may also be drunk young.

At its best when opened or decanted 30 to 45 minutes or longer prior to serving.

Pairing:

This is a smooth yet robust wine suitable to serve with strongly flavored dishes, roasted or grilled meats.