Morellino di Scansano 2022

Wine Name: Valdifalco Morellino di Scansano DOCG
Type of Wine: Still Wine / Red / Dry
Alcohol Content: 14.5% vol
Residual Sugar: 2 g/l
Acidity: 5.3 g/l
Certifications: Vegan, Organic, Biodynamic
Allergens: Sulfites
Serving Temperature: 15–17°C
Aging Potential: 8 years
Optimal Drinking Period: 2024–2032

Color: Intense purple red
Aroma & Taste: Rich aromas of red fruits, ripe black cherry, blackberry and blackcurrant. Opens gradually with ethereal notes. Strong tannins, long, warm and soft finish.
Suggested Food Pairing: Traditional dishes from Maremma, wild boar, venison, Pecorino Toscano DOP

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Guida Bio: 4 foglie

Origin: Italy
Region: Toscana
Production Area: Magliano in Toscana
Quality Grade: DOCG Morellino di Scansano
Site: Maremma

Grape Variety:
– Sangiovese 85% (24-year-old vines, 5,000 plants/ha, 6,000 l/ha)
– Syrah 15% (23-year-old vines)

Fermentation: Spontaneous with pied de cuve
Malolactic Fermentation: Yes
Fermentation Process:
– Délestage (1–3 times/day), duration 5 days
– Pump-over (1 time/day), duration 17 days

Aging:
– 90% in stainless steel tanks (10,000 L) for 8–12 months
– 10% in small wooden barrels (500 L, used barrels) for 8–12 months
– Final refinement: 100% in steel tanks (10,000 L) for 2 months