Fattoria il Muro “Castro”

Castro is named after the mountain stream that runs through the Fattoria il Muro estate. They call it “baby Super Tuscan,” traditional in its super Tuscan blend but aged for only six months in used barrels, so it remains fresh and easy to drink.

Ruby towards brick red in color, with striking aromatics invoking coffee and dark chocolate, cassis and black cherries. The palate is silky smooth with a burst of sweet fruits balanced by earthy, savory notes, fragrant herbal characters, and peppery hints.

• DENOMINATION

  Rosso di Toscana IGT

• VARIETAL

  Baby Super Tuscan blend: 75% Merlot, 20% Sangiovese, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon

• PRODUCTION ZONE

  Central Italy, Tuscany, Arezzo

• VINEYARDS

  “Peschiera”, 1.20ha, planted in 2003, on 300 m above sea level

• SOIL

  Galestro (schist: clay/shale mix of soil)

• VINIFICATION

  Fermentation in cement and steel tanks at a controlled temperature, for about 3 weeks. Aged for 6 months in traditional Tuscan big barrels made of
  chestnut wood

• FOOD PAIRING

  Pairs well with a wide variety of dishes, such as antipasti platters, grilled and stewed meats, and tomato-based pasta dishes

• SERVING TEMPERATURE

  18°C

• ALCOHOL CONTENT

  14%

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