Rosso di Montepulciano DOC
Lodola Nuova Rosso
The story
Rosso di Montepulciano is produced in the same area as Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.
Winemaking notes
The fermentation extends for 10 days in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats at 28°C with racking and punchdown. Additional skin maceration continues for about 4 more days, followed by malolactic fermentation.
Color
Bright ruby red with scarlet highlights.
Aroma
A delicate bouquet that slowly reveals itself with hints of tar and cut flowers. Fruity touches are also in attendance, followed by a finish tinged with incense.
Tasting profile
Soft tannins contrast with an acidic thrust, herbal flavors and unexpected Mediterranean breezes.
Full tasting Notes
A wine with an unmistakable character in which the grape varieties make their presence felt.
Food pairings
Superb with traditional Tuscan dishes, especially meat and game sauces.
Production area
Tuscany.
Winemaking details Lodola Nuova Rosso
Grape varieties
>=70% Sangiovese + other Montepulciano grape varieties (Ampelographic Base - Rosso di Montepulciano Production Guidelines Art 2).
Aging
Large steel containers.
Serving temperature
16/18°
Did you know?
Ruffino produces approximately 100,000 bottles of Rosso di Montepulciano Lodola Nuova, making it a very important wine for the company.
