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VINTAGE 2007 |
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Winter was very mild with temperatures above the average: this led to an early sprouting of the vines. The low level of winter rainfalls was caught up by the rains in June and August. The temperatures in August and September were characterized by a wide gap between day and night, a fundamental condition to obtain grapes rich in aromas which were released in the fermentation.
The harvest began with merlot in the Maremma on Aug. 24, while in Chianti Classico also with merlot on Aug. 31, about one week earlier than usual. The harvest ended by the beginning of October with the picking of Sangiovese.
The grapes were ealthy and well mature. The sugar content and acidity are sufficient and balanced, while the polyphenolic content is unusually high. The wines are rich in colour, have soft tannins and a great structure.
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