Product Description
Cignale Colle della Toscana Centrale IGT
90% Cabernet Sauvignon & 10% Merlot. Cignale Colle della Toscana Centrale is deep, dark ruby in color. Very floral and beautiful with hints of dark fruit, black currant and dried flowers, such as violets. Full body, firm and silky tannins and a fresh and bright finish. Lots of dried citrus undertones.
“The Empsons have always believed great soil and microclimate are the prerequisites of great wines.”
Vineyard Information
Grapes: 90% Cabernet Sauvignon & 10% Merlot
Region: Tuscany
Vineyards: From vineyards near La Sorgente and Ponticini
Exposure: South/Southeast
Altitude: 1,607-1,706 feet above sea level
Soil: 58% Sand, 21% Silt, & 21% Clay
Vine Training: Guyot
Vine Age: 31 years
Time of Harvest: Late October
Vine Density: 2,631 vines per acre
Winemaking Information
Total Production: 13,500 bottles
Vinification Process: After harvesting the grapes macerate on the skins for 21 days at 82.4° F
Aging Process: Aged in barriques for 20-24 months, followed by at least six months of bottle aging
Alcohol Content: 13.50%
Winemaker: Alessandro François
Cellaring: Up to 20 Years
Closure: Cork
Additional information
| Weight | 20.9 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 10.6 × 13.0 × 7.5 in |
| Bottle Sizes | 750 ml |
| Bottles per Case | 750 ml: 6 bottles per case |