San Felice
Vigorello 2021
| Denomination | IGT Toscana |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 35% Pugnitello, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot |
| Aging | Maturation in 225-litre French oak barrels for 18-20 months; bottle ageing for 8 months. |
- Name and vintage: Toscana IGT, still red wine San Felice Vigorello 2021
- Grape varieties: Pugnitello 35%, Merlot 30%, Cabernet Sauvignon 30%, Petit Verdot 5%
- Ageing: 18-20 months in 225-litre French oak barriques, then 8 months in bottle
- Sensory profile: intense ruby colour; notes of blackcurrant, wild berries and sweet spices
- Pairings: 18-20°C, decant for 1 hour; ideal with lamb, grilled meats and mature cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Vigorello by San Felice is a red wine with Indicazione Geografica Tipica from Tuscany, fermented in steel vats and matured in oak barrels. Made from a blend of Pugnitello, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, it stands out for its compact ruby colour with elegant garnet highlights. The bouquet opens with notes of blackcurrant jam, undergrowth and sweet spices. On the palate, it is warm and structured, supported by a solid tannic texture and enhanced by subtle hints of vanilla. Thanks to its natural predisposition for ageing, it is perfect for accompanying grilled meats, lamb and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from the Tuscan vineyards of Casino, San Vito Leccio and San Vito Capanna, located in Castelnuovo Berardenga. The soil composition defines the soul of the wine: Merlot and Pugnitello draw character from medium-textured soils rich in stones, resulting from the disintegration of Alberese and Galestro. Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, on the other hand, are grown on sands and silts of Pliocene origin, which impart great finesse. The use of Guyot and spur cordon training systems, together with favourable climatic conditions, ensures extraordinary aromatic richness.
How it is produced
Vinification follows the ripening times of each variety, which are harvested separately. In the winery, a long maceration on the skins takes place in steel vats at a controlled temperature to ensure deep extraction. Once malolactic fermentation is complete, the wine matures in French oak barrels for a period of eighteen to twenty months, developing great complexity. The process concludes with a final ageing of eight months, essential for stabilising the balance and harmony of the sip.
History and Curiosities
A pioneer of the renowned Supertuscans, San Felice's Vigorello is an IGT Toscana with timeless charm. This exceptional wine combines the elegance of the Bordeaux blend with the authentic soul of Pugnitello, an ancient native grape variety skilfully rediscovered.
Awards
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2021
93/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2021
95/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2021
93/100
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Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1968
- Oenologist: Leonardo Bellaccini
- Hectares: 188
Our winemaker, Leonardo Bellaccini, has pioneered many unique practices. Importantly he sees distinctive characteristics in each of San Felice’s undulating slopes and he treats each vine within the vineyard individually. Having identified five macro-areas Leonardo and his team has planted the grape varieties which thrive in the specific geography and soil. Read more
| Name | San Felice Vigorello 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Toscana IGT |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 35% Pugnitello, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | San Felice |
| Story | History and Curiosities A pioneer of the renowned Supertuscans, San Felice's Vigorello is an IGT Toscana with timeless charm. This exceptional wine combines the elegance of the Bordeaux blend with the authentic soul of Pugnitello, an ancient native grape variety skilfully rediscovered. |
| Origin | Vineyards Casino, San Vito Leccio and San Vito Capanna, on the estates of Agricola San Felice (Castelnuovo Berardenga, Siena) |
| Soil composition | Medium-textured soil, rich in skeleton and clays of calcareous-marl origin, with a mixed texture resulting from the disintegration of Alberese and Galestro, on rocks. |
| Cultivation system | Spurred cordon and Guyot |
| Harvest | Merlot: first week of September; Cabernet Sauvignon, Pugnitello and Petit Verdot: first week of October. |
| Fermentation temperature | 30 °C |
| Fermentation | 20-25 days |
| Production technique | Fermentazione a contatto con le bucce in vasche di acciaio inox a temperatura controllata; fermentazione malolattica; maturazione in botti di rovere francese |
| Wine making | Fermentation in contact with the skins for 20-25 days in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 30°C; followed by malolactic fermentation. |
| Aging | Maturation in 225-litre French oak barrels for 18-20 months; bottle ageing for 8 months. |
| Total acidity | 6.0 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 0.5 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |