Natural wine has no uniform definition. It is a general term used to describe artisanal wine made using organically and/or biodynamically grown hand-picked grapes which are vinified with little or no intervention. Winemakers often rely on indigenous yeast to catalyse natural fermentation, avoiding the use of any chemicals, additives or sulphites.
The result is wine which is alive, energetic, vibrant and unexpected – a welcomed contrast to the industrial practices of the wine industry.
Name of Estate/Domaine:
Fattoria di Rodano
Vintage: 2016
Country & Region
Tuscany, Italy
Grape/Blend
100% Sangiovese.
Tasting Notes
Heady aromas, a profusion of red fruit, leather and spice. The wine drinks beautifully with elegant flavours of fruit and notes of tobacco and spice. Juicy and well-structured the finish is smooth, supple and long.
Terroir
The Viacosta vineyard is an amphitheatre-shaped area on alluvial, calcareous soil. Vines are planted with a south, south west orientation.
Viticulture
Organic certified.
*Suitable for Vegans & Vegetarians
Vinification:
- Manual harvested.
- Fermentation in cement.
- 28 day maceration.
- Aged in neutral botti ranging from 10-25h.
Food Pairing
Rich meats such as Bistecca alla Fiorentina – Tuscany’s flagship steak made with Chianna cattle.
