Le Cinciole
Camalaione 2016
Colli della Toscana Centrale IGT
Crafted exclusively with international varieties, Camalaione is an example of Le Cinciole’s willingness to experiment, adapt and grow. Having introduced these vines in 2000, the blend is proof of the Orsini’s beliefs on terroir; that a unique mix of soil and climate will shine through into any wine, and that any appropriate grape will thrive in the Tuscan environment. From this, Camalaione stands out as a beautiful blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah, with Riserva-level aging refining the bouquet of the final product.
Vineyard
Southeast exposures provide optimal ripening while yields are suppressed by high density plantings (9000 vines per hectare). The soil is predominantly Chianti’s famous galestro, lending a Tuscan flair to the international varieties of this blend.
Winemaking
Fermentation occurs spontaneously through indigenous yeasts and takes place in 500 liter oak barrels used as small vats, with repeated manual punching. The wine is racked directly into barriques where malo-lactic fermentation takes place. Matured in the same barrels for about 24 months with lees contact and frequent battonage, it finishes for a short period in cement vats before bottling, where it rests another 12 months before release.
Vintage
Possibly the best vintage of the 2010s for Tuscany, ideal conditions throughout with slightly lower yields provided clarity and balance to the fruit. Highly collectable
Tasting Note
Jubilant red berries and hibiscus leap out, complimented by licorice and sage. Fresh and lively, the structure is generous without feeling the slightest bit overwhelming
Color
Red
Grape Varieties
Sangiovese
Appellation
Colli della Toscana Centrale IGT
Farming
Organic Certified, Practicing Biodynamically and Sustainably
Suggested Retail Price
$60
