Belguardo Bronzone

The grapes come from the eponymous single vineyard in the hills between Grosseto and Montiano, at around 70 to 120 metres above sea level. The soil is described as clay-limestone with stony components; the proximity to the sea shapes the warm, Mediterranean climate. Fermentation takes place under temperature control in stainless steel, with around 14 to 16 days of skin contact, followed by around 14 months of maturation in French barriques, partly made from new oak. The wine shows dark cherry, blackberry, plum, violet and spice. The style is medium- to full-bodied, with supporting acidity, silky tannins and a long finish.