2012 Lemartine IGT Toscana Rosso
2012 Lemartine IGT Toscana Rosso
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2012 Lemartine IGT Toscana Rosso
Grapes / Soils
| Sangiovese (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon (25%), Petit Verdot (25%) | Petit Verdot was planted in 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon was planted in 1997 Sangiovese was planted in 1970 & 2001 |
Galestro from cretacic era. Organically poor but rich in lithoid components. | 3 acres |
The Wine
Winemaker's Notes
- Lemartine has a distinctive richness combined with a classic elegance.
- It is a hearty, rich and elegant wine.
- The black and red berry fruits integrate to enhance a beautiful structure and firm, yet never aggressive tannins. Its generosity delivers minerality, intense fruit flavors and hints of leather, spices and black licorice.
Wine Summary
- Made from Sangiovese (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon (25%), Petit Verdot (25%) grapes.
- Vine age – Petit Verdot was planted in 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon was planted in 1997 Sangiovese was planted in 1970 & 2001.
- Grown on soils of Galestro from cretacic era.
- Organically poor but rich in lithoid components.
- Fermented in stainless steel tanks.
- Aged in French oak barrels and the bottle.
- Aged for 4 months in the bottle.