'Gattorosso' Sagona

Toscana IGT • Tuscany • Sagona
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Sagona
Region
Tuscany
Denomination
Toscana IGT
Alcohol
13.5%
Vinification
Separated alcoholic fermentation for grape type with indigenous yeasts in concrete and steel vats with maceration on the skins for about 20 days
Aging
10 months in concrete and in steel vats. Short aging in old barriques depending on the year
Grape varieties
Sangiovese 65%, Malvasia Nera 25%, Colorino, Ciliegiolo and Canaiolo 10%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This distinctive wine from Tuscany embodies traditional Italian winemaking heritage. Its 13.5% alcohol content supports a rounded, well-integrated style. Crafted from Sangiovese 65%, Malvasia Nera 25%, Colorino, Ciliegiolo and Canaiolo 10%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. Expect layered dark fruit aromas, firm tannins and a long, satisfying finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards 40-years-old-vines in hilly sandy soil between at 450 metres above sea level, faced to South West. Organic farming. Vinification: separated alcoholic fermentation for grape type with indigenous yeasts in concrete and steel vats with maceration on the skins for about 20 days. The wine is aged 10 months in concrete and in steel vats. Short aging in old barriques depending on the year. A wine true to the storied winemaking heritage of Tuscany.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game
🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese

About Tuscany Wine Region

Tuscany is Italy's most celebrated wine region, home to legendary denominations like Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.

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