The 2003 growing season was very good for Sangiovese. Compared to the previous years, the particularly intense sun of the summer months contributed to the early ripening of the grapes. The climatic conditions were optimal during harvest and the fruit arrived at the winery in excellent condition and rich in sugars.
Tasting notes
A brilliant but ultra-dense ruby, to the nose releases an almost explosive complex of fragrances: initially aromas of ripe fruit, dried plum, and wild blackberry, which then yield to a mix of spices, melding into floral impressions of sweet violets.
After a clean-edged entry, it reveals a judicious vein of crisp acidity and a fabric of tannins that are expressive but under control, smooth grained and well integrated into the overall structure. The palate shows impressive aromatic development, offering retro-olfactive nuances of toasty oak that harmonise with intriguing pepper and cinnamon. On the finish they finally give way to pungent notes of rhubarb stalk and black liquorice.
