TEST
2010
Basic Information
Description
Brancaia IL BIANCO is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc with some Gewürztraminer and Sémillon. It is a fresh white wine with a fruity bouquet. Not having accomplished the malolactic fermentation, this wine shows a fresh acidity.
Denomination
IGT Bianco Toscana
Varieties
84% Sauvignon Blanc, 8% Gewürztraminer, 8% Semillon
Vineyards and terroir
Vineyards location
Castellina in Chianti, Radda in Chianti
Vineyards elevation and exposure
230 - 400 mt a.s.l.; S-SO exp.
Soils
Castellina in Chianti: loamy; Radda in Chianti: medium textured with rocky skeleton
Climate and microclimate
Continental climate, with cold winters (temperatures below 0° C) and very hot summers.
Vinification and aging
Harvest
30.08.10 - 06.09.10
Wine analysis
Alcohol: 12,5%; total acidity: 5,7‰
Temperature of fermentation
20°
Must contact
Up to 18 days
Maturing
5 months on the yeast, 1/3 in barrique, 2/3 in stainless steel tanks
Bottle ageing
a few months
First year of production
2009
Ageing potential
Up to 5 years
Tasting notes
Tasting note
Aromas of white flower and exotic fruit.
Perfect with
Shellfish and fish, mushroom or seafood risotto, pasta and white meat.
Awards
Wine Spectator
Bruce Sanderson
I Vini di Veronelli
Daniel Thomases