Cecilia – Elba Rosso DOC
| Producer: |
Cecilia |
| Wine: |
Elba Rosso DOC |
| Grape Variety: |
80% Sangiovese, 20% Syrah |
| Production Zone: |
Elba Island (Isola d’Elba) |
| Altitude: |
100 feet above sea level |
| Surface Area/Yield: |
2.8 tons/acre |
| Exposure: |
South, Southwest |
| Soil: |
Clay and limestone |
| Vinification & Aging: |
Harvest: End of September
Fermentation and maceration: With the skins for 7 days, at controlled temperature of 28°C. Malolactic in stainless steel tanks
Ageing: Stainless steel and bottle |
| Production: |
830 cases |
| Alcohol: |
13% |
| Description: |
Colour: Limpid red ruby
Bouquet: Good intensity and complexity, vinous and with fresh red fruit fragrance as cherry, black cherry, strawberry and some reminiscence of black pepper
Taste: Dry with pleasant acidity and soft tannins, balanced and intense |
| Food Pairing: |
Great with grilled white and red meats, pasta with tomato sauce, cold cuts. It can be also paired with flavorful fish soups. |
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