Il Borghetto, Rosie

REGION: Tuscany, Italy

VARIETIES: Merlot 50%, Cabernet Sauvignon 50%

ALCOHOL: 14.5%

VITICULTURE: Organic Practices

YEAR: 2015

INFO: 

Led by English winemaker Tim Manning who cut his vinous teeth in vintages in Oregon, there is a determination to show the potential of the region. As a result he is at odds with the Consorzio of Chianti Classico over his methods and approach.

The grapes are 100% destemmed, hand plunged with  a natural 35 day fermentation and maceration with local yeasts in open top tanks. Aged for 18 months in old French Barriques.

A vibrant ruby colour. An incredibly rich nose of ripe cherries and ripe plums with a subtle alcohol touch. On the palate it is full bodied, shows excellent balance between the fruit, alcohol and acidity.

VEGAN