Reds
Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the world’s most widely recognised wine grape varieties.
A relatively new variety, it traces its origins in 17th century, in France, as the product of a chance crossing between Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc. The variety was introduced into Italy in 1820.
TASTING NOTES:
Intense ruby red in colour. The fine aroma reveals notes of blueberry ; slightly herbaceous , well balanced and long on the palate with firm tannins.
Accompaniment:
braised red meat dishes.
VARIETY:
Cabernet Sauvignon
VINE TRAINING SYSTEM:
Guyot
VINES PER HECTARE:
5500
VINIFICATION:
Maceration: 15 days. Fermentation: 12 days in stainless steel vats.
ÉLEVAGE:
On fine-grained lees for about 8 months
AGEING:
In the bottle for a further 3 months
SERVING TEMPERATURE:
16°-18°C