JACOPO BIONDI SANTI
Sassoalloro
Indicazione Geografica Tipica
Toscana
A new, fresh, round and dynamic Sangiovese from the great Biondi Santi tradition. Sassoalloro is the name of a gigantic erratic rock of volcanic origin which for centuries has given rise to many legends.
Production area: Scansano (Grosseto)
Age of vineyards: From 15 to 25 years.
Composition of the soil: “Galestro” of eocenic origin.
Exposure of the vineyards: West, South-West.
Altitude: From 300 to 450 meters a.s.l.
Harvest: End of September.
Refinement: 14 months in barriques of not toasted Tronçais oak.
Grapes: Sangiovese Grosso BBS11 100%
Tasting Notes:
Color: brilliant ruby red with violet tones.
Nose: fruity, fresh, intense, predominant of sweet violet.
Palate: gentle and velvety, elegant, long lasting yet “ready.”
Longevity: 15 to 20 years Total acidity g/l: 5.4
Pair with: selected meats and roast, saltwater fish.
Chemical analysis:
Alcohol ml/100 ml: 13.96
Residual sugars g/l: 2.00
Total dry extract g/l: 30.70
Total SO2 mg/l: 91.00
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