Denomination: Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG Vineyard: Vigna del Nocio Vintage: 2015 Production Area: Cervognano, Montepulciano (SI) Grapes: 100% Sangiovese (Prugnolo Gentile) Vinification: After careful selection of grapes in the vineyard, the bunches are destemmed and softly pressed. Fermentation occurs in oak vats that are filled to no more than two-thirds capacity and use indigenous yeasts. The fermentation lasts about ten days at a controlled temperature of about 27-31°C. Short pumping overs are carried out in the initial phase, and manual punching down of the cap. In some cases, maceration continues for another 7-10 days after fermentation. Maturation: The single Nocio Cuvées are aged separately in Slavonian or French oak with a capacity ranging from 5 to 10 hl. Maturation lasts from 18 to 24 months. The final blend is made at the end of the maturation using different percentages of the single Cuvées and according to the characteristics of the harvest. Ageingin the bottle: for about a year before release. Bottles per year: approximately 5,000 Format: 0.75lt Ageing potential: Nocio can age for decades. However, the optimal maturation period varies according to the vintage, generally from the fifth year following harvest. Pairings: first courses based on game meat, a game in general and aged cheeses.
Wine scores:
Wine Spectator – 95 points
Doctor Wine – 96 points
SlowWine 2019 – Grande Vino
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