Podere Le Ripi Sogni E Follia Rosso Di Montalcino 2018 750 ML

Aromas of ripe plum and mocha form the nose along with hints of toasted nut. The medium-bodied, enveloping palate features fleshy black cherry, coffee bean and licorice alongside grilled sage while taut, close-grained tannins provide firm support.

Producer Information
Podere Le Ripi is a Montalcino-based wine estate, producing a collection of biodynamic wines from Sangiovese, Syrah, Trebbiano and Malvasia. The estate was founded by Francesco Illy in 1997. The estate cultivates 34 hectares (84 acres) of vineyards across two locations in Montalcino. 30 hectares (74 acres) are planted to Sangiovese with small portions of Syrah, Trebbiano and Malvasia. Here, a mediterranean climate with continental influence creates a dry and cool climate for viticulture. The proximity to the Monte Amiata volcano provides a mineral soil type with a concentration of both macro and micro elements. In the vineyard, grapes are harvested by hand into baskets according to the biodynamic calendar. After arriving at the winery, grapes are hand sorted prior to a slow fermentation in barrel or open-top tonneaux. The wine portfolio includes a collection of Brunello di Montalcino DOCG wines as well as Rosso di Montalcino DOC and Toscana IGT Rosso and Bianco wines. Extended maceration is utilised to ensure a slow ferment with a healthy extraction of tannins and phenolics. Fermentation can last up to two months.