Lungarotti Sangiovese Rosso di Torgiano DOC
$41.00
Deep ruby red with slight violet hues, a wine with solid structure and superb concentration, it evolves with fresh acidity; and austere, balanced tannins with a fruity and slightly mineral finish.
Alcohol by volume: 13.5%
Consumption: already ideal for immediate consumption, it is further enhanced by more bottle aging. Serve at 16-18°C (61-64°F)
Description
Grape varietals: Sangiovese, and Colorino harvested between end of September and mid-October. Spurred cordon; 4,000-5,000 vines/ha; yield: 10 tonnes/ha
Soil type: clayey-sandy, medium depth with good structure and limestone subsoil
Vinification: stainless steel fermentation with 15 days of skin contact, refined for one year in casks and one in bottle after a light filtration
Food affinities: strangozzi pasta with red onion and cheek bacon, BBQ with spicy sauce, T-bone steak, beef fillet with balsamic condiment and extra virgin olive oil, roast beef with roast potatoes, stewed eel, eggplant caponata, roast chicken, slightly aged cheeses (pecorino, parmigiano), traditional lasagne alla Bolognese. Thanks to its moderate body it is also excellent for preparing sauces.
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