Castello del Terriccio – Capannino IGT
| Producer: |
Castello del Terriccio |
| Wine: |
Capannino IGT |
| Grape Variety: |
70% Merlot, 30% Sangiovese |
| Production Zone: |
Castellina Marittima |
| Altitude: |
385 feet above sea level |
| Surface Area/Yield: |
130 acres, 2.7 tons/acre |
| Exposure: |
Southwest |
| Soil: |
Gravel and Sand with Tuff |
| Vinification & Aging: |
Harvested in September, 1 week fermentation followed by an additional week of maceration, then aged 4-5 months in once used French Barrique. |
| Production: |
2200 cases |
| Alcohol: |
12.5% |
| Description: |
A heady blend of crushed black cherry, blackberry and spice aromas precede plush blackcurrant, dark chocolate and mint-laced fruit with mineral aspect and a sculpting acity. Tannins are big, round and soft before an extremely long finish. |
| Food Pairing: |
Grilled and roasted meats like beef and lamb, firm cheeses |
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