Description
Rosso di Montepulciano Sabazio La Braccesca is a red wine produced in the Tuscany region, specifically in the Montepulciano area. This zone is renowned for producing high-quality wines thanks to its mild climate, with cold winters and hot summers, and its geographical location, situated between the hills of the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines and the Val di Chiana plain. The soils from which the grapes for this wine are derived are predominantly clayey and rich in skeleton, characteristics that give the wine a solid structure and good acidity. The grapes used are mainly Sangiovese, with a small percentage of other native varieties. The production of Rosso di Montepulciano Sabazio La Braccesca follows traditional methods, with a manual harvest of the grapes at full ripeness. This is followed by fermentation in steel at a controlled temperature to best preserve the aromatic characteristics of the grapes. After fermentation, the wine is aged in oak barrels for about 12 months, during which it acquires further notes of complexity and roundness. Rosso di Montepulciano Sabazio La Braccesca presents an intense ruby red color. On the nose, it offers aromas of ripe red fruit, spices, and tobacco notes. On the palate, it is full, soft, and well-balanced, with a persistent finish. This wine pairs perfectly with Tuscan cuisine dishes such as Florentine steak, stewed wild boar, and aged cheeses. It is also an excellent meditation wine, to be enjoyed slowly in a moment of relaxation. Pairings: Rosso di Montepulciano Sabazio La Braccesca is a Tuscan red wine of great structure and intensity. It is mainly produced with Sangiovese grapes, which give it a rich aromatic profile of red fruits, spices, and leather notes. This wine pairs beautifully with Tuscan and Italian cuisine dishes in general that feature robust and intense flavors. An ideal first course could be a wild boar or lamb ragù, which with its richness of flavors and meaty texture pairs perfectly with the structure and intensity of the wine. As for the main courses, an excellent choice could be a Florentine steak, a typical Tuscan dish that with its richness of flavors and meaty texture pairs perfectly with the structure and intensity of the wine. Finally, for cheeses, I would opt for aged cheeses like Pecorino Toscano, which with its strong and slightly spicy taste pairs well with the fruity and spicy notes of the wine. Always remember that food-wine pairing is very personal and also depends on individual tastes. So, do not hesitate to experiment and find the pairing that satisfies you the most. Storage: Store between 14-18°C Alcohol content: 14.5% Vintage: 2023 Denomination: Rosso di Montepulciano DOC