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2021 Ampeleia 'Unlitro' Costa Toscana IGT, Tuscany, Italy
$22.99
This wine is a blend of varieties originating from the Mediterranean Basin— 40% Alicante Nero (aka Grenache), 25% Mourvedre, 15% Carignano, 15% Sangiovese, 5% Alicante Bouschet—sourced from vineyards at 180-250 meters above sea level, the lower and more coastal-influenced vineyards of Ampeleia. The fruit was harvested from the 10th to the 25th of September at yields of 60hl/ha. The varieties were harvested and vinified separately. A small part of the harvest undergoes carbonic maceration (10%), the rest is either done whole berry or crushed. Macerations lasted 5-7 days. Aged 6 months in cement tanks. 155,000 1L bottles produced.
Specs
- Country Italy
- Region Tuscany
- Style Red Wine
- Farming Practices Organic, Biodynamic
- Grapes Alicante Bouschet, Carignan / Carignane, Grenache, Mourvedre, Sangiovese
- Food Pairings Roast White Meats, Meaty Fish, Pizza Night, Red Sauce, Aperitif
- Characteristics Flexes w/ Food, Red Fruit, Juicy, Chillable Red