Montalcino – Siena – Sant’Angelo in Colle. Hilly lands with Southern – South/Western orientation..
Description
The Col d’Orcia Nearco 2015 is an extraordinary red wine that captures the essence of Tuscany’s enchanting landscape. This vintage embodies the spirit of its birthplace, showcasing the dedication and expertise of Col d’Orcia’s winemaking traditions. As you uncork a bottle of this remarkable wine, you are invited on a sensory journey through Montalcino’s vineyards, where care and passion transform each grape into a masterpiece.
Wine Characteristics
This elegant wine is a harmonious blend of 50% Merlot, 30% Cabernet, and 20% Syrah. Its deep ruby hue glistens with shining purple reflections, enticing the senses. The aroma is an exquisite bouquet with complex layers, revealing nuances that highlight each grape variety without one overpowering another. The palate experiences a delightful blend of tannins from Cabernet, enveloped in the lush fruitiness of Merlot and Syrah. The integrated spice notes and subtle oak influence give way to a long, memorable finish.
Recommended Pairings
Perfectly paired with:
– Grilled lamb
– Aged cheeses
– Rich mushroom risotto
– Dark chocolate desserts
Technical Details
Alcohol content: 14.5% vol.
Serving temperature: 18-20°C
Affinamento: 18 months in new 225 litre oak barrels from Allier and Tronçais. After the first 12 months of separate ageing, the wines are assembled and the finished blend goes back to the barrels for a further 6 months. After bottling the wine ages in bottle for more than a year before release.
Year: 2015
Azienda: Col d’Orcia
Glass: Brunello glass
Classificazione: D.O.C
Colore: Very deep with shining purple reflexes.
Profumo: Charms for its complexity: a careful tasting will lead to detect the features of the three varieties of the blend. None predominates over the other, in a wonderful game of equilibrium.
Region: Toscana
Sapore: The tannic structure of the Cabernet is wrapped in the intriguing fruit of Merlot and Syrah whose spices are well integrated with the boisé of the barriques in a crescendo of very pleasant sensations leading to a long and unforgettable aftertaste.
Tipologia: Red Wine
Vinificazione: The 3 varieties are fermented separately in 100 hl and 150 hl wide and short stainless steel tanks, in order to have an extended surface of skins-must contact, leading to an optimum extraction of the polyphenolic richness. About 20 days of maceration at a controlled temperature below 30° C. Daily punching down and 2.
Bottle size: 750 ml Standard
Question: What are the best food pairings for Col d’Orcia Nearco 2015?
Answer: This wine pairs wonderfully with grilled lamb, aged cheeses, rich mushroom risotto, and dark chocolate desserts, enhancing the flavors of each dish.
Question: What is the optimal serving temperature for this wine?
Answer: For ideal enjoyment, serve Col d’Orcia Nearco 2015 at a temperature between 18-20°C.
Question: How is the aging process for this wine?
Answer: Col d’Orcia Nearco 2015 undergoes 18 months of aging in new oak barrels, followed by more than a year in the bottle before release, ensuring its complexity and depth.
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