IL PRECIPITOSO

IGT Toscana Rosso

2015

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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
2015

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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

Grape Variety
55% Cabernet-Franc
45% Merlot

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Yield
Grapes: 800g per plant 55 qtli/ha
Wine:  30 hl/ha

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Harvest 
By hand into 18kg crates
12th September (Merlot), 
22nd September (Cabernet-Franc)

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Winemaking
Destemmed to ferment in oak barrels 
Native yeast fermentation with up to 4 daily cap submersions
Circa 35 days maceration on skins

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Ageing
24 months in barriques and larger botte - 50% new

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Classification
IGT Toscana Rosso

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Alcohol
15% by volume

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Quantity Produced
1000 bottles (75cl)