TEST

2012
Basic Information
Description

ILATRAIA is a modern and terroir-typical blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Petit Verdot and 20% Cabernet Franc. A full-bodied wine with freshness, definition and elegance.

Denomination IGT Rosso Toscana
Varieties Petit Verdot 40%, Cabernet Sauvignon 40%, Cabernet Franc 20%
Vineyards and terroir
Vineyards location Maremma
Vineyards elevation and exposure 75-175 mt a.s.l; S-W exp.
Soils Sandy loamy, with two-thirds sand and one-third silt and clay
Climate and microclimate Mediterranean climate with very hot summers and very mild winters. Massive differences between day and night-time temperatures. A nearly constant coastal breeze assures a continuous ventilation of the vineyards.
Vinification and aging
Harvest 23.08.12 - 05.10.12
Wine analysis Alcohol: 14,5%; total acidity: 5,40‰
Temperature of fermentation 30-32°
Must contact Up to 18 days
Maturing 18 months 1/2 in new, 1/2 in used barriques
Bottle ageing 12 months
First year of production 2002
Ageing potential Up to 25 years
Tasting notes
Tasting note

Dense and tightly wound, with black cherry and blueberry aromas. Cedar, smoke, tar and tobacco notes add complexity. Balanced and long, with a compact finish.

Perfect with

Food with balanced, intense flavours, meat and game dishes fried or stewed, poultry such as pigeon or pheasant.

Awards
Luca Maroni
92
Luca Maroni
Wine Advocate
93
Monica Larner
James Suckling
93
James Suckling
Falstaff
94
Othmar Kiem
Wine Spectator
94
Bruce Sanderson
Decanter
95 - Gold Medal
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