COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Valle delle Lepri
REGION
Emilia-Romagna
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Ira Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva from Valle delle Lepri is an Italian red wine produced in Coriano, Emilia-Romagna. The estate, founded with a commitment to wildlife conservation, particularly hares, has been organically certified since 1992. Winemaker Luca Cecchini follows a philosophy of minimal intervention, aiming to showcase the unique terroir of the region. The vineyards are situated on sedimentary soils of marine origin with a clayey structure, at an altitude of 60-90 meters above sea level, with a northeast exposure.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are fenced to protect hares, a core part of the estate's identity.
Fact 02
The winery has been certified organic since 1992.
Fact 03
Only sulfur and copper are used for disease control.
Fact 04
Winemaking emphasizes spontaneous fermentation and minimal sulfite use.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Ira Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva undergoes spontaneous fermentation, relying on indigenous yeasts. Winemaking is characterized by a minimal intervention approach, with a focus on preserving the natural expression of the grapes and the Coriano terroir. The wine is aged primarily in cement tanks, a technique chosen to maintain the wine's vivacity and territorial flavors. Harvesting is conducted by hand, ensuring careful selection of the fruit. The estate employs a range of sustainable practices, including organic farming, cover cropping, and the use of homemade compost and biodynamic preparations, with only sulfur and copper used for disease control.
