
IL PRECIPITOSO
IGT Toscana Rosso
2019
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The name Il Precipitoso is inspired by the precipitously steep vineyard where we grow the Cabernet-Franc and Merlot grapes for this wine. It is so steep that considerable courage and skill is required when working with the tractor. The pay-off is an excellent terrain composed mainly of free-draining schist and having a perfect southern aspect that intensifies the sun’s rays. Berries ripen completely, are small, and have high concentrations of flavour, acidity and tannin giving wines that uniquely combine power and elegance.
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Expect rich, ripe mouthfuls of blackcurrant, blackberry and bramble with aromatic Tuscan herbs and seamlessly integrated chocolatey tannins, subtle spices and polished cedar.
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Il Precipitoso is also a term for one who is rash or hasty.
At times it’s an appropriate name for this winemaker!
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Vintage
2019
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Agriculture
Certified Organic by ICEA
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Vineyard (year planted, altitude a.s.l.)
Podere Bugnanese West (2003, 400m), Seggiano
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Grape Variety
66% Cabernet-Franc
34% Merlot
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Yield
Grapes: 680g per plant 48 qtli/ha
Wine: 28 hl/ha
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Harvest
By hand into 18kg crates
24th September (Merlot),
5th October (Cabernet-Franc)
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Winemaking
100% destemmed in open-top fermenters
Native yeast fermentation with 2 to 3 daily cap submersions
Circa 35 days maceration on skins
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Ageing
24 months in barriques, 1/3 new
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Classification
IGT Toscana Rosso
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Alcohol
15% by volume
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Quantity Produced
2500 bottles (75cl)