Vigorello 1982 Agricola San Felice

Wine description

Made for the first time in 1968, Vigorello was the first of a new generation of Tuscan wines that subsequently became the famous Supertuscans. Its blend is predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Pugnitello, an ancient native grape revived by San Felice, with a small addition of Petit Verdot.

Tasting Notes

Dense ruby colour with hints of garnet. Bouquet comprising blackcurrant conserve, spiced notes and forest fruit. Warm, complex, tannic palate with mild notes of vanilla.

Vinification

20-25 days fermentation on the skins at 30°C, followed by malolactic fermentation.

Ageing

24 months maturation in 225-litre French oak barriques, then 8 months ageing in the bottle.