Il Nero di Casanova DOC - Sangiovese Red La Spinetta

Origin: Terricciola, Pisa, Tuscany, Italy

Grape variety: Sangiovese

Color: Deep ruby red with garnet hues

Nose: Intense and enveloping, featuring notes of forest fruits such as cherry and blackberry, followed by elegant hints of sweet spices, undergrowth, and accents of aromatic herbs like thyme and rosemary.

Taste: Dry, balanced, and structured, with soft tannins and good acidity that provides freshness. On the palate, there are flavors of ripe red fruit and a slight spicy note, while the finish is long, leaving a pleasant sensation of warmth and harmony.

Alcohol content: 13.5%

Serving temperature: 16/18°C

Pairings: Pairs perfectly with red meat dishes, such as roasts and stews, pasta with game ragù, and aged cheeses. It is also excellent with gourmet pizza and dishes featuring porcini mushrooms.

Terroir: The vineyard is located in the Pisan hills, characterized by clay and limestone soils, which give the wine good minerality and structure. The hot summers, mitigated by cool sea breezes, promote uniform ripening of the Sangiovese, giving the wine intensity and aromatic complexity.

Vinification: The harvest is done manually, selecting the best clusters. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled steel tanks, followed by 12 months of aging in oak barrels, which adds softness and complexity to the wine.

Description: The 2020 Nero di Casanova DOC by La Spinetta is a Sangiovese that best expresses the character of Tuscany: intense and refined, it is the result of La Spinetta's passion for this territory. Thanks to its freshness and harmony, this wine is an excellent choice for those looking for a versatile and pleasant red, suitable both at the table and for moments of meditation. A label that combines tradition and innovation, with aging potential that makes it enjoyable even after a few years in the cellar.

Classification: DOC

Type: Red Wine

Allergens: Contains sulfites

Awards and scores: For the 2020 Nero di Casanova DOC by La Spinetta James Suckling: 90 points, highlighting the wine's complexity and harmony with notes of ripe red fruit and spices. Wine Spectator: 88 points, with descriptions emphasizing the wine's intense character and balanced structure. xtraWine: 89 points, with particular attention to the freshness and minerality typical of the Sangiovese from the Pisa area.

Philosophy: Organic

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