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| Author: | meljones [ Thu Aug 23, 2012 11:56 am ] |
| Post subject: | Villa Antinori Rosso 2008 Tuscany 14.99 Waitrose |
55% Sangiovese, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 5% Syrah with grapes from the Antinori Chianti estate, picked in the first half of October. The fruit was destemmed and gently crushed, then fermented for 5 to 7 days with subsequent skin contact lasting 8 - 12 days. The Sangiovese and Cabernet underwent a slow period of fermentation in stainless steel temperature-controlled tanks at 30°C, to extract colour and soft tannins only, whilst the Syrah and Merlot were fermented separately at 25°C to preserve the integrity of the aromas. Following complete malolactic fermentation in Oct - Nov the wine was passed to 60 gallon French, Hungarian and American oak where it was aged for 12 months, followed by a further 8 months in bottle before release. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Alc 13.5%. Waitrose Wine Direct and 222 branches. Very oaky, with a definite whiff of cabernet. Delicious, spicy taste. This is a great wine. Have loved it for years. The perfect dinner party wine. 06/10/11 |
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