THE WINE

The Sassabruna from Rocca di Montemassi winery is a blend of Sangiovese for 80%, Merlot for 10% and Syrah for the remaining 10%. The grapes grown in the municipality of Roccastrada, in the heart of the Tuscan Maremma and more precisely in the Sassabruna vineyards that are owned by the winery; the wine has been named after these vineyards.

THE WINEMAKING

After manual harvesting, only the selected grapes are brought to the cellar for winemaking. Fermentation takes place in steel at a controlled temperature that varies between 28 and 30 ° C and lasts for about 20 days. The wine then ages for 12 months in 350-liter tonneau and after bottling, it rests in the cellar for another 4 months before being placed on the market.

THE TASTING

Very intense ruby ​​bone. The aroma is rich and complex with evident hints of ripe red fruit and undergrowth that alternate well with spicy notes and puffs of licorice. Full-bodied and enveloping on the palate with a persistent finish that captures the spicy aroma notes.

FOOD PAIRINGS

It goes well with red meats and hard cheeses. Must try with black truffle.

THE AWARDS

2017
– 3 Stars: Veronelli

2016
– Janes Suckling: 91/100
– 3 Stars: Veronelli