Belguardo ‘Bronzone’ Morellino di Scansano Riserva 2015

Producer Information

Tenuta Belguardo was purchased in the 1990s after the Mazzei family identified the potential for producing quality wines on the estate. In line with their philosophy of innovation, the family implemented an intense re-planting programme, carefully selecting grape varieties and clones. The estate is situated in the Maremma between the hills of Grosseto and Montiano, and within the official Morellino di Scansano viticultural zone. The estate is only 10km from the coast which plays an important role in the microclimate of the vineyards which cover 60 hectares and are planted with Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Alicante, Vermentino, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and other indigenous varieties.

Vineyards

Vineyard location: 70-130 metres above sea level. South south-west exposure
Soil: Mainly sandstone and limestone
Vine Age: 13 years
Training system: Spur cordon-training
No. of vines per hectare: 6,600

Winemaking

Fermentation temperature: 27 – 29° C
Period of maceration: 14 – 16 days
Ageing: 14 months in small French oak barrels (225 litre / 40% new)

Vintage Information

Harvest: Hand picked from September 18th

Bottling: September 2017

Tasting Note

Full bodied, berries and dry spice flavors, enveloping and taste

Food Pairing

Pasta with rich and spicy sauces, red meats, grilled "courtyard" meats

Serving Suggestion

Ageing Potential: Up to eight years

Press

James Suckling: 92 Points

Morellino di Scansano DOCG
100% Sangiovese
Natural Cork
13.6%
5.9 g/l
Yes
Yes

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