Marchesi Mazzei
Belguardo Toscana IGT Rosé
2020
Country
Italy
Regulated designation
Indicazione geografica protetta (IGP)
Region
Tuscany
Appellation
Toscana
Varietal(s)
Sangiovese
50 %
Syrah
50 %
Colour
Rose
Sugar content
2 g/l
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About this winery
The history of Marchesi Mazzei is the story of Tuscany, uniting the family and famous region since the 11th century. The winery’s roots in the territory span over 600 years and continue to expand through wineries and vineyards, including Castello di Fonterutoli in the heart of Chianti Classico, Belgvardo in Maremma (Tuscany) and Zisola in Noto (Sicily). Ser Lapo Mazzei is the author of the first known document to use the "Chianti" denomination in 1398. In 1435, his granddaughter Madonna...
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Product notes
Born from the marriage of Sangiovese and Syrah, it is vinified in contact with the skins for a few hours.
Production notes
Mainly sandstone and limestone soils. Age vineyards: 17 years. Hand picked harvest. Fermentation at low temperature (14-16°C). Maceration of the skins for 1 hour (Syrah), 2 hours (Sangiovese). Ageing for 3 months on the lees in stainless steel tanks.
Tasting notes
Intense and fresh, cherry flower flavors, smooth, mineral, and pleasantly lasting taste. Serve with appetizers, tomato-based pasta, pizza, steamed fish and vegetables, cold cuts, and cheese.
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