Avignonesi-Capannelle 50/50 2010

Avignonesi-Capannelle, "50 & 50" 2010 - a wonderful wine that is produced only in the best years of grapes Sangiovese and Merlot. Carefully selected berries undergo fermentation and maceration, after which the wine from each class is kept separately for 12 months in French barriques of medium roast. After aging in barriques blending continued for about 24 months. Wine storage capacity is large enough - 15-20 years. Half an hour before drinking wine is recommended to pour into a decanter for aeration. Serve in large wine glasses are advised to type "Tulip".A rich and polished effort with complex and layered aromas of black cherries, raspberries and tea leaves, with a core of vanilla, roasted almonds, tobacco and savory herbs. Juicy but firm tannins are lifted by balanced acidity.(50% Merlot , 50% Sangiovese). The Merlot was harvested from Avignonesi’s La Selva parcel and the Sangiovese from the Capannelle estate. The 10-30 year old vines face south/southwest and are planted on clay, sand and limestone soils. The grapes were vinified separately and macerated on their skins for 20-25 days in oak. After aging for 12 months in new Merlot was blended with Sangiovese and the wine matured for an additional 24 months in new oak.