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Toscana Rosso Terre di Focaia

Toscana Rosso

Terre di Focaia

Indicazione Geografica Tipica
Grapes
100% Sangiovese grosso
Production area
Montalcino, south-west slope
Soil characteristics
Galestro very rich in rock fragments
Vineyard altitude
400 mt s.l.m.
Training system
Guyot
Harvest
during the first ten days of October
Planting density
6500 vines/ha
Vinification
The grapes are destemmed and softly pressed, then transferred to stainless steel tanks for a cold pre-fermentative maceration lasting several days. This process encourages the extraction of delicate floral and fruity notes. Subsequently, alcoholic fermentation begins at a controlled temperature.
Aging
The wine rests for 1 year in large French oak barrels and 6 months in the bottle before being released to the market.
Terre di Focaia - Toscana Rosso
Organoleptic characteristics
Color
Bright ruby red
Bouquet
A refined nose, initially floral with hints of violet and rose, which then opens into notes of morello cherry and small red berries. Subtle balsamic and spicy undertones are imparted by the aging in large barrels.
Palate
Harmonious and fresh on the palate. Great balance between alcohol and acidity, supported by a fine yet present tannic structure. The finish is long and savory, with returning notes of red fruit and a mineral trail reflecting the galestro terrain. Pairings: Ideal for roasts, game, and medium-complexity meat dishes in general.
Pairings
Ideal for roasts, game, and medium-complexity meat dishes in general.
Serving temperature
18°C

Terre di Focaia

Terre di Focaia is a red wine of extraordinary finesse, elevating Sangiovese to a level of pure gustatory harmony, balancing vibrant freshness with a silky tannic texture.

Each sip is enhanced by a savory minerality that recalls the galestro soil, culminating in a long, balsamic finish of rare persistence.

The olfactory elegance—featuring notes of morello cherry and violet—is enriched by a discreet spiciness derived from expert aging in French oak. This is a wine that prizes grace and balance, ideal for those seeking controlled complexity and world-class drinkability.

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Pietrafocaia Estate

Pietrafocaia Estate

Cultivated entirely in Sangiovese, in line with the most authentic Brunello tradition, Focaia gives rise to wines with an elegant and long-lived structure, characterized by ripe tannins, good acidity and a distinctive mineral profile.

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