Illario
Maremma Toscana Rosato DOC Biologico

• Grape 100% Sangiovese
• Alcohol 12%
• Colour light rose with shades of coral
• Organic wine

Sensorial Attributes and Pairings

• Scent: Intense red fruits, cherry and raspberry, floral notes of violets and cyclamen
• Taste: Well structured, full bodied, pleasant and fresh
• Colour: Light rose with shades of coral
• Matching Dishes: Appetizers, pasta dishes with fish, fried and boiled fish, white meats and cheese

Vinification and Aging

• Time of Harvest: First week of September
• Vinification Technique: Non aggressive destemming pressing, brief pre-fermentation maceration, separation of the first pressing from the peel, cold stabilization, temperature controlled fermentation in steel vats for 15 to 20 days
• Ageing Process: On fine lees for approx. 3 months
• Refinement in Bottles: Minimum 3 months
• Stabilising of the Product: Cold stabilization

Soil and Climate Conditions

• Vineyards: Sterpeti and Tizzi
• Soil Structure: Well balanced with excellent skeleton
• Height: 250m. a.s.l.
• Placement: East – West
• Planting Density: 6,500 plants per hectare
• Vine Placement: Bi-lateral ridge spur
• Vines Planted: 1998 and 2000
• Average Yield Per Plant: 1000g
• Grape: 100% Sangiovese
• No. Bottles Produced: 12000