COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Sangiovese, Trebbiano
PRODUCER
Fattoria di Sammontana
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Fattoria di Sammontana's Alberese Rosso Toscana IGT is a red wine from Tuscany, Italy. The wine's name, 'Alberese,' refers to the limestone-based soil prevalent in the Chianti region, which is highly suitable for Sangiovese grapes. The estate, Fattoria di Sammontana, is managed by the fourth generation of the Dzieduszycki family and has a history connected to the Medici family. This wine represents a blend of traditional winemaking practices with contemporary trends, aiming to showcase the unique expression of its terroir.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€21
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named after the 'Alberese' limestone soil of Chianti.
Fact 02
Estate has roots dating back to the Medici family.
Fact 03
Fourth generation of the Dzieduszycki family makes this wine.
Fact 04
Often recommended to be served slightly chilled.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Alberese Rosso Toscana IGT is produced using spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel and cement vats, followed by a short maceration on the skins. The wine is aged in steel tanks or cement vats. It is bottled without clarification or filtration. The grapes are harvested manually. Fattoria di Sammontana employs organic and biodynamic farming practices in its vineyards.
