| Podere La Marronaia |
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| Loc. Strada - Podere La Marronaia, 14 |
| 53037 San Gimignano (Siena), Italy |
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ENOLOGIST: Barbara Tamburini |
OWNER: Famiglia Dei |
| "Capriforno" Chianti Colli Senesi DOCG |
The Sangiovese, autochthonous grape vine, situated in the sunny vineyards of the Marronaia, an ideal position for the development of a better quality of wine. Some wines are accompanied by Canaiolo nero, Merlot and Syrah.
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GRAPES PRODUCED FOLLOWING ORGANIC METHODS, CERTIFIED BY SOT ICEA TOSCANA. |
| grapes |
90% Sangiovese - 10% Canaiolo Nero |
production area |
San Gimignano, Siena • Tuscany |
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| annual production (750ml bottles)
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10.000 |
| vineyards general information |
| Average altitude (above sea level): |
280 mts |
| Ground: |
medium mixture of Pliocene origin, with sandy and clay particles |
| Breeding: |
Guyot |
| Plants per hectare: |
4.000 |
| Production per plant: |
0.6 Kgs |
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winemaking |
Hand picked and separation of the two different types of grapes. Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature of 28° - 30° C. Further fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Refining: in stainless steel for 6 months; in bottle for a minimum of 3 months. |
organoleptical
characteristics |
Color: intense ruby red. Bouquet: lively and intense, characterised by mature black and red berry fruits hints. Taste: fresh, fruity and harmonious. Well balanced. |
matching food |
Excellent with important and tasty dishes, best if red meat or stewed game. Very good also with seasoned cheeses. Serving temperature: 16-18° C. |
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