Originating from our vineyard "Poggio Sant'Enrico Grande," belonging to the PIEVE SANT’ALBINO, located in the historic territory of Montepulciano at an altitude of 300-350 meters above sea level.
Southern slope, gently sloping.
Poggio Sant'Enrico Grande 1995.
2.80 x 0.80 meters, equal to 4464 plants per hectare.
Bilateral spurred cordon.
100% Sangiovese.
Frequent deposits of grey-blue clays interspersed with sands, deep hydromorphism.
The seasonal trend was decidedly unique, both in terms of precipitation, which reached historic lows, and in terms of temperatures above average since the spring months. The summer was characterized by a complete absence of precipitation, but the soil water reserves allowed to avoid plant stress; Furthermore, starting from the end of August, the temperatures, although remaining quite high during the day, significantly decreased during the night hours. This important temperature variation allowed for an optimal completion of grape ripening. All characteristics, such as good structure and interesting aromatic profile, predict an excellent vintage.
In wooden barrels of different capacities, it remained for over 20 months.
Extremely intense with a strong anthocyanic concentration.
Powerful, concentrated in its polyphenolic content, marked hints of wild berries, notes of cloves, and shades of vanilla and walnut.
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