Poggio ai Merli

Country: Italy
Place of Origin: Toscana
Winery: Castellare di Castellina

Description: The colour is deep and vibrant purple, clear, brilliant and beautiful texture. The nose is complex and the black fruit (blackberry and blueberry in particular) prevails in a clear manner. Raspberry, cherry and plum, followed by roasted notes of cocoa, vanilla and coffee. The mouth is soft and enveloping, with fine and elegant tannins. Warm, soft and very balanced. The finish is long and harmonious with a marked fruity aftertaste.

Production: Municipality of production: Castellina in Chianti (SI) Vineyard altitude:mt. 350-400 Soil type: Limestone Training system: Spurred cordon Planting density: 6000 vines per hectare Grape yield per hectare:30/40 Ql Vinification: Fermentation: In steel Refinement:In 100% new French oak barriques Duration of refinement before bottling:From 24 to 30 months Refinement in the bottle: 12 months Fermentation tanks material: Stainless steel at a controlled temperature Malolactic fermentation:Yes

Food Combination: It is easy to match with main courses and all red meats, like liver and boar.

Awards: Wine Advocate 97+/100 Wine Enthusiast 95/100 Vinous 94 James Suckling.com 94