Style
Type
Still
Winemaker
Giorgio Melandri
Varieties
Sangiovese
Farming
Organic
Terroir
Sandy soils originated from the crumbles of marl and sandstones. 100% Sangiovese from 17-year-old vines. Ibola: two vineyards in Modigliana totaling 4 hectares; both are owned by Villa Papiano. Francesco Bordini (winemaker and agronomist at Villa Papiano) is Giorgio Melandri's partner for Mutiliana. Ibbola is the highest valley with the most extreme topography– very narrow, acutely angled, steep valley walls. Here the sandstone is very pure with little marl. The vines grow at 600m, and are surrounded by woods that play a role in the quality of the grapes. Grapes mature later here than the other sites; harvested in late October.
Vinification
Spontaneous fermentation, with 40 days of maceration on the skins in stainless steel tanks. Élevage in cement. 30 mg/l added SO2.
Features
Cork
Available Sizes (L)
0.750
Distribution Area
New Jersey and New York
Tasting Note
Cool fruited, super minerally; minimalist. As aside note, Giorgio makes a unique4 Pinot Noir from this vineyard, with analluring cinnabar color and lithesome acidity.
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