Tenuta San Guido Le Difese Wine

“Red with purple highlights. Slight smell of tea in this Tuscany.The flavour of this Sangiovese makes me happy. This Tenuta San Guido Le Difese does not need food to accompany. The first time I drank it with people from Tenuta San Guido.”

“TASTING NOTES: - View: Tenuta San Guido 2017 defenses is a magnificent ruby ​​red with violet hues. - Nose: hints of red fruits, chocolate aromas and hints of herbs. - Mouth: spicy and slightly balsamic sensations open to a soft, elegant taste, with sweet tannins. Final cleaning and excellent persistence. APPELLATION: Tuscany VINEYARD: Tenuta San Guido is located on the Etruscan coast between Livorno and Grosseto, in the Maremma, ranging from the sea from behind the hills. The vineyards are located at an altitude of between 100 and 300 meters s.l.m. south / southwest. GRAPES: Cabernet Sauvignon 70% and 30% Sangiovese AGEING: fermentation in stainless steel at a controlled temperature (29-30 °C). Macerate for 10-13 days for the Cabernet Sauvignon and for about 13-15 days for the Sangiovese. Steel malolactic fermentation. Aging 8 months in barrels of French and American oak. three months in the bottle. Recommended consumption: 1-6 years. ELABORATION land area Bolgheri has different morphological characteristics, with a strong presence of areas rich limestone clay and stones and partly clay. 2017 was a very dry year, both during the winter and spring. Summer arrived early, had temperatures often above the seasonal average. The climate of jumping ahead of maturity, but will not prevent qualitative results. Pairing: Red meat, salami, cheeses medium. RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE SERVICE: 18-20 °C ALCOHOL: 13.5%”

“TASTING NOTES:View: intense ruby ​​red.Nose: expressive aromas of red fruits, currants, blueberries, cherries, leather and snuff.Mouth: good attack, structure and fresh acidity, dense texture, pronounced tannins, long finish.APPELLATION: Tuscany.VINEYARD: Vineyards from a neighboring farm. Located at an altitude of between 100 and 300 meters and a south and southwest. calcareous soils rich in "Galestro" (broken marl) and clay.GRAPES: 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Sangiovese.AGEING: 10 months aging in French oak barrels.PREPARATION: selection table in the cellar. Destemming and gentle pressing of the grapes. Fermentation in stainless steel at a controlled temperature, without addition of yeast. Maceration with skins between 13 and 15 days for Cabernet and between 15 and 18 days for Sangiovese. Successive overs. Malolactic in stainless steel tanks.WINE PAIRING: pasta with elaborate sauces, vegetable lasagna and grilled chops.RECOMMENDED SERVING TEMPERATURE: 16 ° CALCOHOL: 13.5%”

“Tuscanyis the largest, and one of the most important, regions of Italy thanks to its abundant artistic and cultural heritage. Of course, part of this heritage is the wine tradition that is preserved thanks to companies such as Tenuta San Guido Winery, where Tenuta San Guido Le Difese Toscana 2015 is made.It is a coupage of Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese varieties, and captivates those who drink it thanks to its intensity and the richness of the nuances perceived through the senses.Tenuta San Guido Le Difese Tuscany 2015 has been recognized as a premium wine in publications such as James Sucking (92 points), Wine Enthusiast (91 points), and Wine Spectator (90 points).”