COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
PRODUCER
Azienda Agricola Brancatelli
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Brancatelli Valle del Sogno Toscana is a red wine from the Toscana IGT appellation, produced by Azienda Agricola Brancatelli. The wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, sourced from a single hectare of the estate's highest quality fruit, named 'Valle del Sogno' or 'The Valley of the Dream.' This name reflects the founder Giuseppe Brancatelli's aspiration to create a significant wine, inspired by his family's viticultural heritage. The estate is situated in the Val di Cornia on the Tuscan coast, an area known for its unique microclimate influenced by the sea. Brancatelli is committed to organic farming practices. The wine is a testament to the potential of classic French varietals grown in Tuscan terroir.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€279
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The wine's name, 'Valle del Sogno,' translates to 'The Valley of the Dream.'
Fact 02
Grapes are organically grown on a single hectare plot.
Fact 03
The estate collaborates with an enologist who also works with Sassicaia.
Fact 04
It's a Tuscan interpretation of classic French grape varietals.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Azienda Agricola Brancatelli employs organic viticulture practices. The winemaking process begins with a meticulous hand-sorting of fruit to select only the highest quality grapes. While specific details regarding fermentation vessels, duration, and aging are not provided, the approach emphasizes the careful handling of fruit from a single hectare plot. The estate collaborates with enologist Graziana Grassini, suggesting a focus on refined winemaking techniques.
