Uccelliera Rapace Toscana IGT 2018
This label, Uccelliera Rapace Toscana is an IGT designated wine, Toscana IGT (Indicazione Geografica Tipica).
It is a Super Tuscan Blend comprised of 70% Sangiovese, 20% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from a selection of Sangiovese grapes, reclassified from Brunello di Montalcino designated vineyards, and estate grown Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Annual production is 9500 to 10330 of 750 ml, 500 ml and 1500 ml bottles produced.
The collected grapes are expedited to reach the cellar in as short a time as possible, are subjected during the the destemming process with dry ice to prevent the berries from oxidation and, by cooling down the temperatures, to preserve their original characteristics.
After draining off the skins, malolactic conversion occurs in stainless steel, then, the wine is aged in French oak vessels for at least 12 months followed by a further refinement in bottle for a minimum of 6 months.
This wine was rated 92 points by James Suckling and 90 points by Wine Advocate.Winemaker Notes - Marked tannins but very smooth, soft and structured, well blending with the woods with which it is refined.
As noted above, this was a wonderful accompaniment to the meat and tangy tomato sauce pizza.
Dark garnet colored, medium bodied,, bright expressive black cherry and berry fruits accented by tobacco and oak with hints of cinnamon spice with acidity and smooth polished tannins on a tangy finish.
