MSW_Wine&Spirits2018

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Rosso di Montepulciano VA R I E TA L Sangiovese V I N E A G E 10 to 25 years old S O I L Clay, sand and silt

Rosso di Toscana Cantaloro VA R I E TA L 50% Cabernet Sauvignon,

40% Merlot, 10% Sangiovese V I N E A G E 10 to 40 years old S O I L Clay, sand and silt

V I N I F I C AT I O N Maceration and fermenta- tion on the skins with indigenous yeast lasted 10-20 days, depending on the individual lots. Malolactic fermentation took place in large Slavonian oak casks. Aged for nine months in oak and a minimum of three months in bottle. TA S T I N G N O T E Spicy, with intense aromas of red berry fruits and hints of violets. The flavor is silky, and complex, expressing a beautiful harmony between freshness, acidity and sweetness. 90WS

V I N I F I C AT I O N Fermentation and maceration in stainless steel tanks with natural yeast lasted 7-10 days. Matured for six months in oak barrels. TA S T I N G N O T E A blend of Italian and international varieties, this wine displays rich, yet fragrant fruity aromas, with notes of Mediterranean herbs and subtle spicy hints. 91 - JS Vino Nobile di Montelpulciano VA R I E TA L Sangiovese V I N E A G E 10 to 40 years old S O I L Clay, sand and silt V I N I F I C AT I O N Fermentation and maceration on the skins lasted from 20 to 30 days, depending on the individual lots. The wine matured for a total of 18 months: 12 months in French barriques and six months in large Slavonian oak casks, followed by a minimum of six months in bottle. TA S T I N G N O T E Intense aromas of fresh, red fruits and forest floor with a touch of sweet spices. The taste is medium-bodied, round and elegant with silky tannins and a long lasting finish. 91+WA

Grifi Toscana Rosso IGT VA R I E TA L 50% Sangiovese, 50% Cabernet Sauvignon V I N E A G E 15 to 38 years old S O I L Generally rich in clay

V I N I F I C AT I O N Separate fermentation for the two varieties in stainless steel tanks with the use of indigenous yeasts. Fermentation and maceration on the skins lasted from 23 to 27 days for the Sangiovese and from 28 to 29 days for the Cabernet Sauvignon. Aged for18 months in oak. TA S T I N G N O T E Ripe aromas of red and black berry fruit, and scents of sweet spices. The flavor is warm and dense with crunchy tannins, distinctive of a great vintage. The finish is long, warm and savory, with a light, balsamic touch.

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