Red Rosso di Toscana IGT (1,500ml)

Fortulla was created in 2005 and its name comes from a small creek called Fortullino which runs throughout the property.  The Cabernet grapes are picked by hand, and after destemming the berries are hand selected on a moving belt.  The berries are subjected to pre-fermentation cold maceration, to favor the extraction of varietal aromas, color and the subtler and sweeter tannins.

The fermentation and maceration are conducted at controlled temperature and last about two weeks, during which times we perform frequent short pump overs.
After racking off the wine is decanted in concrete tanks, small tronco conic vats, and small oask barrels to age for a period of about 8 months.
The wine has a ruby red, intense, and bright color.  The nose has intense varietal notes, especially green pepper and hay, fruity notes of morello cherry and plum, and spices.
Soft on the palate, this flavorful wine’s elegant tannins give it a pleasant structure and persistent finish.

Denomination: I.G.T. – indicazione Geografica Tipica. Organic 

Production area: Tuscan coast 

Location of the vineyard: 200 meters above sea level. Southwest exposure 

Density per hectare: 6,000 vines per hectare 

Training system: Guyot 

Grape varietals: Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon 

Production per vine: 1 kg. 

Yearly production: 12,000 bottles Harvest: harvest only by hand, toward mid September 

Vinification: Maceration in temperature controlled stainless steel vats and concrete tanks for about 20 days. 

Aging: concrete tanks, small tronco conico vats, and small French oak barrels for about 8 months. Further aging in bottles for one year. 

Bottling: March, depending on the phase of the moon Alcohol: 14,5% Service temperature: 16°-18° C.

Food pairing: Ideal for pasta dishes with meat and red sauces, red meats, and stews.