Pugnitello - Toscana Rosso IGT
Pugnitello
Toscana Rosso IGT
Le Eccellenze di casa - "Our wines of excellence"
Produced from Pugnitello grapes, an ancient Tuscan vine that was only recently rediscovered, this is the wine that symbolises protection of native biodiversity. The late-ripening grapes provide for a well-structured and elegant wine.
- Grape variety: Pugnitello
- Production area: Magliano in Toscana
- Annual production: 3,600 bottles
- Grape harvest: manual, in late September
- Vinification: fermentation in steel at a controlled temperature, with frequent pumping over the dregs. Fermentation with indigenous yeasts, with post-fermentation maceration. Aged for 12 moths in tonneux, and refined for six months in the bottle.
- Flavour and aroma: intense red. The aroma is characterised by hints of black fruits, currants, spices and tobacco. Enveloping, structured and very persistent on the palate.
- Pairings: game, red meats and first courses with ragout, aged cheeses.
- Serving temperature: 16-18°C
- Certification: ICEA – Naturland Fair
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Awards:
Winescritic 2020: 91 points
Bioweinpreis 2020: Gold medal
Mundus Vini Biofach 2021: 87 points
Decanter 2019: Silver medal
Gambero Rosso 2018: 2 glasses
Veronelli 2018: 90 points
Mundus Vini Biofach 2018: Gold medal
Bibenda 2018: 3 Grapes
Vinum 2017: 17/20 points
Falstaff 2017: 90 points
Bioweinpreis 2016: Gold medal
Decanter 2016: Bronze medal
Falstaff 2016: 91 points
Bibenda 2017: 3 Grapes
Mundus Vini Biofach 2016: Gold medal
A La Carte Magazine: 91 points
Veronelli 2017: 91 points
Merano Awards 2017: 88 points
this grape variety requires sun and light to mature properly in the vineyard, and needs time and silence to age in the cellar. It’s a wine that reflects the personality of the Maremma region.
