Description
History
The company was founded in 1978 and included Fattoria del Cerro di Montepulciano and Montecorona ad Umbertite; it then saw its assets grow over the years with various acquisitions and then passed ownership from the Agnelli family to the current Unipol Group. More than forty years of winemaking history and ambassador of Italian quality in the world, also thanks to the continuous intervention of the oenologist Riccardo Cotarella.
Grapes used
Sangiovese blackthorn gentle 95%
Other varieties admitted by the specification 5%
Production method
The grapes are harvested manually at the end of September. After destemming and pressing of the grapes, the latter ferment in stainless steel at a controlled temperature of 24-28°C, with frequent pumping over and punching down. After racking, the wine is transferred to oak barrels where it undergoes malolactic fermentation and refinement for a minimum of 18 months. This is followed by a few additional months in the bottle before actually being put on the market.
Alcohol content
13.5%
Tasting notes
Ruby red color with garnet hints. On the nose notes of ripe red fruit and plum, with balsamic, mineral and sweet spice notes such as cinnamon, tobacco, cloves and vanilla. Balanced, gentle and well-structured on the palate, closed by elegant tannins.
Possible combinations
Nobile di Montepulciano by Fattorie del Cerro is a red wine with pleasant aromas and medium structure, suitable for pairing with a wide variety of dishes such as structured first courses or second courses of red meat or game. Also excellent as a wine to drink by the glass, given its great pleasantness.