Pietradonice Sant'Antimo Rosso DOC

The farm "Casanova di Neri" was founded in 1971 when Giovanni Neri bought a large estate^? within the Montalcino territory. The farm is 35 hectares^? of vineyards divided into 4 allotments in various areas: the "Pietradonice" in Castelnuovo dell’Abate, the "Cetine" in S. Angelo in Colle, the "Cerratalto" and the Fiesole" near the homonymous farmhouse opposite to Montalcino.

90% Cabernet Sauvignon
10% Sangiovese

The agronomist's attention, the correct distance between the plants, the uniqueness of the microclimate^? and the components of the earth have produced a wine with exceptional analytical values. It has a deep colour, and it has been aged in new barriques for 18 months. Using the experience of Tenuta^? Nuova, the Sant'Antimo Rosso^? DOC^? Pietradonice has been created by planting Cabernet Sauvignon in this "terroir^?" to see how vines other than Sangiovese perform in the Montalcino area.

Harvested around September 2nd and 3rd, 2003 the Cabernet Sauvignon - September 18, 2003 the Sangiovese. Fermentation^? and maceration^? 15 days for the Cabernet Sauvignon, 18 days for the Sangiovese.

18 months in French oak^?? barrels of 225 litres.

Intense^? aromas of violets, crushed blackberry, raspberry^? and cherry follow through to a full-bodied palate^?, with a solid core of tannins and a long, flavorful finish^?. Dense yet refined, with excellent richness and structure^?. Loads of character and opulent style^?.

15.21% total alcohol^?; 48,10g/l dry^? extract^?; 5.76g/l total acidity^?

Serve with red meats, game and strong cheeses.

Serving temperature: 18°C

Cellar^?: up to 15 years.

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