2017 Brancaia Ilatraia Toscana IGT

ILATRAIA is a modern and terroir-typical blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Petit Verdot and 20% Cabernet Franc. A full-bodied wine with freshness, definition and elegance.

Denomination IGT Rosso Toscana

Varieties Petit Verdot 40%, Cabernet Sauvignon 40%, Cabernet Franc 20%

VINEYARDS AND TERROIR

Vineyards location Maremma.

Vineyards elevation and exposure 75-175 mt a.s.l; S-W exp.

Soils Sandy loamy, with two-thirds sand and one-third silt and clay

Climate and microclimate Mediterranean climate with very hot summers and very mild winters. Massive differences between day and night-time temperatures. A nearly constant coastal breeze assures a continuous ventilation of the vineyards.

VINIFICATION AND AGING

Harvest 27.08.17 - 15.09.17

Wine analysis Alcohol: 14,5%; total acidity: 6,10‰

Temperature of fermentation 30-32°

Must contact Up to 18 days

Maturing 18 months 1/2 in new, 1/2 in used barriques

Bottle ageing 12 months

First year of production 2002

Ageing potential Up to 25 years

TASTING NOTES

Tasting note

Intense aromas of black fruit. A firm and silky wine with fine tannins and a luscious finish.

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