COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
PRODUCER
Tenuta Le Colonne
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Tenuta Le Colonne Bolgheri Rosso 2019 is a red wine from the Bolgheri DOC in Tuscany, Italy. Produced by Tenuta Le Colonne, it is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. The estate is located in Donoratico, the southernmost part of Bolgheri, and is known for its commitment to sustainable agriculture. The vineyards are situated at an altitude of 50 meters above sea level, with soils composed of sandy gravel and river sediments. The winery is noted for being the closest to the sea within the Bolgheri appellation, a factor that influences its wines. The 2019 vintage is characterized by a unique weather pattern that resulted in a balanced and fresh wine. Tenuta Le Colonne emphasizes high-quality standards in its winemaking.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€42
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are just 50 meters above sea level.
Fact 02
Soils contain sandy river sediments with fossils.
Fact 03
The estate is the closest winery to the sea in Bolgheri.
Fact 04
Organic farming practices are employed.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process at Tenuta Le Colonne for the Bolgheri Rosso 2019 involves fermentation in concrete tanks using native yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in large French oak barrels for a period of 12 to 24 months. This is then followed by bottle aging. The estate employs organic farming practices. The 2019 vintage was shaped by specific weather conditions, including a delayed flowering and a hot, dry summer moderated by sea breezes, which influenced the grape ripening process.
