Octo
€24.00
Minimum order quantity:
- In Europe - 6 and multiple of 6
- Outside Europe - 12 and multiple of 6
Dedicated to an extraordinary discovery in the underground of Torre a Cenaia and overseen by a great Italian winemaker, Octo is a superior red wine that is the result of a rigorous selection of two international grapes that in Torre a Cenaia best express their characteristics, thanks to a long refinement in Allier oak tonneaux.
Denomination: Red Wine, Toscana I.G.P.
Origin: Torre a Cenaia Ancient Pitti Estate, today owned by Terzi-Coppini families; Tuscany
Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah
Vineyard: Est-west exposure; Guyot espalier
Terrain: Medium clay mixture
Harvest: Syrah: first ten days of September; Cabernet Sauvignon: mid-October
Vinification: Cold prefermetation and maceration, fermetation in vitrified cement vats at controlled temperature for 20-25 days. Malolactic fermentation in vitrified cement vats
Refinement: Part in vitrified cement vats and part in Allier oak tonneaux medium toasted for 12 months
Refinement in bottle: 12 months
Alcohol: 14% vol
Tasting: Ruby red color with coral reflections and purple hues. Intense, persistent and complex aroma, characterized by fruity scents, in particular blackberry and blueberry, spicy notes and aromatic herbs. Well structured and elegant taste, initially soft and with an articulated progression and a long finish. Silky and thick tannic texture. In mourh, spicy and fruity aroma
Food pairing: It goes well with roasted and grilled meats, game meats, mushrooms and aged cheeses
Service temperature: 18-20 °C
Size: 750 ml
Octo
Dedicated to an extraordinary discovery in the underground of Torre a Cenaia and overseen by a great Italian winemaker, Octo is a superior red wine that is the result of a rigorous selection of two international grapes that in Torre a Cenaia best express their characteristics, thanks to a long refinement in Allier oak tonneaux.