The most representative traditional wine of Massi di Mandorlaia.
The specific care for “Mandorlaia Riserva” starts in the vineyards, mainly by dramatically cutting down the production per plant
to priviledge concentration. “Mandorlaia” Riserva matures for two years in oak barriques and casks.
Grape Varieties: |
Sangiovese 85%, Alicante, Merlot, Cabernet 15% |
Wine Making Process: |
fermentation in stainless steel vats at controlled temperature of 28-29°C, 15-18 days maceration. |
Maturing and Aging: |
in French oak (Allier)barriques for at least 24 months then in bottle. |
Alcohol: |
13.5 – 14.5 % Vol. |
Tasting Notes: |
intriguing thickness of the intense ruby colour with purple reflex
slightly turning to garnet, complex sents of leather, tobacco and
black-berry, smooth impressive body sustained by structured
and balanced silky tannins, long sweet finish with fudge
and mocha notes.
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