Belguardo ‘Tirrenico’ 2016

Producer Information

Tenuta Belguardo was purchased in the 1990s after the Mazzei family identified the potential for producing quality wines on the estate. In line with their philosophy of innovation, the family implemented an intense re-planting programme, carefully selecting grape varieties and clones. The estate is situated in the Maremma between the hills of Grosseto and Montiano, and within the official Morellino di Scansano viticultural zone. The estate is only 10km from the coast which plays an important role in the microclimate of the vineyards which cover 60 hectares and are planted with Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Alicante, Vermentino, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and other indigenous varieties.

Vineyards

Vineyard location: 70-130 metres above sea level. South south-west exposure
Soil: Mainly sandstone
Vineyard age: 10-15 years old
Training system: Spur cordon-training
No. of vines per hectare: 6,600

Winemaking

Fermentation temperature: 28 – 30° C
Period of maceration: 16 – 18 days
Aging: 12 months in small french oak barrels
First vintage: 2014
Ageing potential: 10 years +

Vintage Information

Tyrrhenus, charismatic, proud and fearless prince of the “Tyrrhenoi”, led his people to central Italy, founding the Etruscan civilisation and importing wine culture. The prince’s personality served as the inspiration for “Tirrenico”, a new wine from the Belguardo vineyards that overlook the Tyrrenian sea and benefit from its breezes.

Harvest: Hand picked from September 14th
Bottling: May 2018
Production: 53000 bottles

Tasting Note

Intense, elegant and vibrant, Mediterranean and blackcurrant notes, with a fresh and savory finish. Extremely enjoyable.

Food Pairing

Pasta with game sauce, white meat stews, baked vegetables.

Press

James Suckling: 94 Points

Decanter World Wine Awards: Silver Medal

Decanter: 90 Points

Maremma Toscana DOC
65% Cabernet Sauvignon
20% Alicante
10% Cabernet Franc
5% Petit Verdot

Natural Cork
13.50%
5.90 g/l

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