il calanco
This wine – ‘Il Calanco’ – is named after the sandy clay hill rising above the vineyard at Antico Borgo La Torre.
denomination
Toscana Indicazione Geografica Tipica – IGT
year
2022
production area
Vaggio, Reggello, Firenze, Tuscany, Italy
grape types
Sangiovese 100%
age of vines
12 – 50 years
vineyard size
2.5 ha
height
150-180 over sea level
exposure
South-east
soil type
Sandy-clay soil
wine harvest period
End September
harvest method
By hand and use of small boxes, whereby the best grape clusters are selected.
vinification
Steel fermentation and maceration for 21 days using yeast occurring naturally on our lands, soft pressing.
maturation
18 months in steel/ concrete tanks, 6 months in Slavonian oak tonneau, and bottle maturation.
Alcohol by volume
13.5%
Taste description
Aromas of cherries and forest fruits, with light notes of liquorice. Offering a savoury delight across the palate, with lively, smooth tannins and a pleasant acidity.
Serving temperature
18°C
Recommended with
It is wonderful with red meats, stews and BBQ.
Number of bottles
5500