LA ZONA Sagrantino 2015
After years of successfully evolving Tuscany’s treasured Sangiovese in the King Valley, Chrismont introduced the variety’s neighbouring partner from Umbria, Sagrantino, into its La Zona range with this 2014 release, and the latest in a long line of innovative varietals championed by Chrismont. A bold variety, with inky colour and rich tannins that have been tempered by Chrismont winemaker Warren Proft with new and one year old French barriques.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2015
Acid
5.85 g/L
pH
3.73
Aging
Drink now or cellar up to 2028
Alcohol %
13
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
COLOUR: Dark ruby red.
AROMA: Black cherry, liquorice and herbs with a spicy oak background.
PALATE: Plum fruit with aromatic spices and herb flavours partner mouth filling soft tannins. Finishes dry and savoury.
Winemaker Notes
“Grapes are crushed and fermented in two batches; one on skins for seven days
and the other for 30 days, before being drained into barrels to complete primary
and malolactic fermentation. The new wine is then racked into new and older
French oak barriques for 18 months maturation before being blended and
prepared for bottling. The wine is released after an extra six to twelve months
age in bottle.” Warren Proft, winemaker
Food Pairing Notes
An ideal match for a flavour-enriched braised beef rib with deep fried polenta, roasted vegetables and gremolata.