RT IGT 2021 Governo Toscano - Vin del Fattore 750ml

The Sangiovese
Vin del Fattore is a modern take on the Governo technique used in Tuscany by drying part of the grapes in crates at a controlled temperature.

Grapes: Sangiovese 95%, Ciliegiolo 5%.
Training system: spurred cordon
Planting density: 4000 vines/hectare
Soil type: sandy loam
Altitude: between 60 and 90 metres a.s.l.
Age of vineyards: 5-10 years
Harvest time: mid-September for Ciliegiolo, early October for Sangiovese
Method of fermentation: The Sangiovese grapes are harvested by hand into small perforated crates and dried in cold rooms until they lose 15% of their weight. Vinification of
the Sangiovese grapes at low temperature (max. 27°C) with maceration on the skins for 4-6 days, racking and end of fermentation without further contact with the skins.
After about 4 weeks of drying, the Ciliegiolo grapes are pressed and, once full fermentation is reached, the previously vinified Sangiovese is added. Fermentation proceeds
until the sugars are almost completely depleted; malolactic fermentation starts naturally at the end of primary fermentation.
Maturation: in steel for three months on the fine lees.
Bottling: in the month of May following the harvest.
Ageing potential: to be drunk young, within 2-4 years after harvesting.
Description: Sangiovese Toscano IGT Vin del Fattore is an elegant ruby red wine, with pleasant notes of red fruits (plums, blackberries and cherries) and hints of spices.
Medium structured and dry, round on the palate with an elegant fruity finish and round tannins.
Food pairing: Perfect with cured meat starters, first courses with meat sauces and main courses.
Serving temperature: 16°C
Ideal glass: a large Bordeaux-type goblet.