Winery RoccacciaNeronotte Sovana Rosso Superiore
Red wine
This wine is a blend of 2 varietals which are the Ciliegiolo and the Sangiovese.
In the mouth this red wine is a powerful with a nice freshness.
This wine generally goes well with poultry, beef or veal.
Taste structure of the Neronotte Sovana Rosso Superiore from the Winery Roccaccia
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Neronotte Sovana Rosso Superiore of Winery Roccaccia in the region of Tuscany is a powerful with a nice freshness.
Food and wine pairings with Neronotte Sovana Rosso Superiore
Pairings that work perfectly with Neronotte Sovana Rosso Superiore
Original food and wine pairings with Neronotte Sovana Rosso Superiore
The Neronotte Sovana Rosso Superiore of Winery Roccaccia matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or veal such as recipes of boeuf lôc lac (cambodia), marinated lamb chops (honey, worcestershire sauce, olive oil) or puchero.
Details and technical informations about Winery Roccaccia's Neronotte Sovana Rosso Superiore.
Discover the grape variety: Ciliegiolo
It is believed to be of Spanish origin. Today it is very present in Tuscany and in many other Italian regions where it is often blended with sangiovese to produce the famous Chianti. According to recent genetic analysis, it is the father of the said sangiovese, its mother being an almost unknown variety called calabrese di Montenuovo. - Synonymy: ciliegino, ciregiuolo or cireguoli, aleatico di spagna (for all the synonyms of the grape varieties, click here!). - Description: medium to large bunches, cylindrical-conical, winged, compact, strong medium-sized stalks with very little lignification; medium-sized, round berries, skin of medium thickness, very bluish-black with sometimes purplish reflections, juicy pulp. - Production potential: buds early in the year, only a few days after Chasselas. It is particularly fond of not too poor hillside soils. Vigorous, productive and regular, it should however be pruned in relation to the fact that its base eyes are not very fertile. Sensitive to wind, mildew, powdery mildew, acid rot and grey rot. Resistant to drought. Ripening 2nd period late. - Wine type/flavours: gives a full and supple wine with soft tannins, rich in alcohol, of a more or less dark ruby colour with in some cases purplish tints. Aromas of cinnamon, cherry, blueberry, spicy notes, plum, fresh grapes, liquorice, tobacco, vanilla, ... .
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Neronotte Sovana Rosso Superiore from Winery Roccaccia are 2018, 2017, 0, 2013
Informations about the Winery Roccaccia
The Winery Roccaccia is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 16 wines for sale in the of Sovana to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Sovana
The wine region of Sovana is located in the region of Toscane of Italy. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Antinori or the Domaine Fattoria Aldobrandesca produce mainly wines red. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Sovana are Sangiovese, Cabernet-Sauvignon and Merlot, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Sovana often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or oak and sometimes also flavors of spices, citrus fruit or red fruit.
The wine region of Tuscany
Tuscany is one of the most famous and prolific wine regions in Europe. It is best known for its Dry red wines made from Sangiovese grapes, which dominate production. These include Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. The region's Vin Santo is also highly prized, as are its passito dessert wines, though these are produced in comparatively tiny quantities.
The word of the wine: Evolved
Said of a wine showing by its colour (tuilé in the case of reds, amber in the case of whites), its aromas or its structure that it is nearing the end of its peak and needs to be drunk quickly.
