Podere Sapaio – ‘Volpolo’ Bolgheri DOC
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Tuscany Type:
Red Style:
Super Tuscan Producer:
Podere Sapaio Grapes: 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 15% Petit Verdot
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Download Vintification:
Primary fermentation occurs in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks with and extended maceration to extract additional color and flavor. Malo-Lactic fermentation occurs in French oak barrels and the wine is aged for 18 months in French oak and 6 months in the bottle.
Tasting Notes:
An intense ruby red in the glass. An intense nose of black currants and blackberries framed by rich toasty oak. A full bodied wine with cherries and black currant notes, accented by rich spicy vanilla oak flavors. A very long and enjoyable finish.