Il Capitano

Wine making area: One step away from the sea, between the volcanic reliefs of the Albani Mountains and the limestone ones of the Lepini Mountains

Vine: Cabernet Sauvignon 100%

Type of land: sandy

Winemaking: The grapes are harvested by hand in October, destalked and crushed, follows a maceration of 15 days at a temperature of 28° C with daily stainless steel replacement and fulling. Then follows a gentle pressing, After malolactic fermentation makes sharpening 12 months in barrique, tonneau and and then in bottle

Laboratory tests: Alcohol content 13,50% vol; Total acidity 6,00; Ph 3,46; Polyphenols 2 g/l

Tasting notes: Thick Ruby Red. The bouquet is intense, Compact with aromas of ripe red berries, Juniper, United with hints of leather, spices, tobacco and pleasant sensations Balsamic and mineral. The palate is powerful with great structure and elegance with velvety tannins; transmits emphasis, heat, richness and elegance

Pairings: Served at 18-22° C it goes particularly well with red meat, game, Braised, important cheeses