Minerva
Fruity, well-structured and highly aromatic
This red wine was made in the same way as Mancius from typical local varieties (Ciliegiolo, Sangiovese Grosso and Merlot).
The 2022 vintage produced a distinctive wine with greater strength and structure than Mancius, to differentiate from Mancius, we have named the 2022 vintage Minerva after the Roman Goddess of wisdom and combat.
Many of the vines from which it is made, located at an altitude of about 340 meters, are about 80 years old and have an annual production of less than 40 quintals per hectare. The wine, in order to preserve its fruitiness, does not undergo maturation in wood.
Vintage 2022
ABV 13%
Size 750ml
Price €10
Additives Contains sulphites
Grapes 40% Ciliegiolo / 40% Sangiovese Grosso / 15% Merlot / 5% Sangiovese
Vinification
Entirely hand-picked grapes, fermentation with skins for 8 days then 8 months in steel tanks followed by at least 3 months in bottles. Unfiltered.
Tasting Notes
Bright ruby red wine, the nose shows ample aromas of cherry, currants, blackberry and spicy notes; in the mouth it is aromatic, fresh, ample, with soft and enveloping tannins. The aftertaste is long and pleasantly fruity. A stronger and more structured version of Mancius.
Food Pairing
Extremely versatile wine, it is recommended in combination with appetizers of cold cuts such as hams and salami and fresh cheeses, first courses, white meats and lamb.
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