Pietracupa 2019
Rosso Toscano | Indicazione Geografica Tipica
Elegant, enveloping wine made from Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. It takes its name from the location of the Santa Maria delle Grazie shrine, at the foot of the hill atop which stands the main house belonging to Fattoria di Montecchio.
In 2019 were produced 7.300 bottles of Pietracupa Rosso Toscano I.G.T.
Product detail
| Appellation | Indicazione Geografica Tipica |
| Produced bottles | 7.300 |
| Grapes | 60% Sangiovese, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Cultivation method | Spurred cordon |
| Aging | 15-20 days of fermentation with the skins at a temperature of 28-30 °C; followed by malolactic fermentation in barriques; aging period of 12 months in 225 lt barriques. |
| Aging ability | 12-14 years |
| Service temperature | 18°C |
| Alcohol | 14,00% |
| In bottle from | July 2021 |
| In trade from | September 2022 |
Tasting notes
| Colour | Intense, brilliant ruby red |
| Parfum | Complex with notes of small red fruits and spices |
| Palate | Excellent structure and balance, soft, rounded tannins |
Pairings
| Ideal with mature cheeses, Tuscan cured meats and red meat |