Levigne 2013, Istine

Grape: Sangiovese, from 3 vineyards: Cavarchione(Gaiole), Casanova dell’Aia(Radda), Istine(Radda)
Viticultural approach: organic
Fermentation: in concrete vat at 28-30°C for 15 days
Post-fermentation maceration: in concrete vat for 45 days
MLC: in concrete vat
Maturation: 12 months in 2000L oak barrel → blending → 12 months in 3000L oak barrel → then 12 months in bottle

Appearance: medium colour intensity, ruby
Nose: pronounced aroma intensity, kirsch, dried herb, dried violet, balsamic
Structure: dry, high acidity, medium alcohol(13.5%), medium(+)body, medium(+)fine-grained tannin, long finish
Flavour: pronounced intensity, kirsch, dried herb, dried violet, balsamic
Balance: fruit concentration could be higher to better balance with alcohol, also for a more uplifting palate
Complexity: shows positive tertiary development
Definition: aroma/flavour characteristics are distinctively defined
Length: persistent with balsamic
Ageability: drink now, not suitable for further ageing due to the flavours being already predominantly tertiary
Quality(outstanding/very good/good/acceptable): very good

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