Uccelliera Rapace Toscana IGT 2018

Uccelliera Rapace Toscana IGT 2018

Appellation
TOSCANA IGT – Indicazione Geografica Tipica Toscana

VINTAGE 2018 – bottles produced: 9600 of 750 ml

Variety
70% Sangiovese, 20% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon

Vineyards
Wine obtained by a selection of sangiovese grapes, reclassified from Brunello di Montalcino designated vineyards, and estate grown merlot and cabernet sauvignon; covering an area of about 7 hectares planted between 1975 and 2000 in Castelnuovo dell’Abate, in the south-east area of Montalcino, at an altitude from 150 (492 ft) to 350 (1150 ft) a.s.l. The soil is calcareous clay, sandy of a medium texture, rich of minerals and layers of skeleton.

Cellar
The collected grapes reach the cellar in a short time and are addressed to the destemming process with the use of dry ice that prevent the berries from oxidation and, by cooling down the temperatures, preserve their original characteristics. After draining off the skins, malolactic conversion occurs in stainless steel. The wine evolves in French oak vessels for at least 12 months followed by a further refinement in bottle for a minimum of 6 months.

Alcohol: 14,5% Vol.; total acidity 5.53 g/l; reduced sugar <1g/l; dry extract 32.5 g/l; PH 3.59

Reviews

James Suckling – “A firm and fresh red with medium body, bright acidity and fine, linear tannins that are integrated and focused. Plenty of cherry and berry character.” (92 Pts)

Wine Advocate – “The 2018 Uccelliera Rapace (a blend of 70% Sangiovese, 20% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon) is a lean, medium-bodied red. This is an easy-drinking blend with an especially food-friendly taste profile. The 2018 vintage is on the thinner side, but this wine will appeal to those who appreciate more brightness and aromatic lift.” (90 Pts)