On The Road SR69 IGT

PRODUCER: Cantina Cavalli Cervi
Winemaker: Folco Miccinesi, Italy

Characteristics

• Variety: 70% Cabernet Franc – 15% Merlot – 15% Sangiovese
• Vintage: 2021
• Production Area: The grapes come from an ancient and splendid vineyard located along the SR69 road, which runs along the Arno River, between Florence and Arezzo. Tuscany, Italy.
• Ideal Occasion: Perfect for a Sunday lunch or a special occasion
• Recommended pairings: Grilled or roasted red meats, game, braised meats, pasta with Tuscan ragù, mature cheeses, mushrooms and truffles
• Type of harvest: Manual, to ensure the highest quality of the grapes
• Aging: 8 months in French oak barriques

Technical description

• Alcohol content: 14.30% vol.
• Contains sulphites
• Serving temperature: 15-17°C to best enhance its nuances
• Limited production: Only 5,000 bottles per year

Tasting Notes

• Color: Intense and deep, with bright ruby ​​reflections.
• Aroma: A complex and enveloping bouquet, with elegant notes of liquorice and aromatic herbs typical of Cabernet Franc, enriched by the softness of the red and black fruits of Merlot.
• Taste: The structure of the wine is robust but harmonious, with a balanced acidity and silky tannins, while the Sangiovese gives an authentic personality and a persistent and refined finish.

Curiosity

The label of this exclusive bottle was designed by the French artist Lorenzo Eroticolo , inspired by the Tuscan landscapes and the region's winemaking tradition.
The name of the bottle was born during an adventurous motorcycle trip of the owner and the winemaker along the picturesque roads of Tuscany, travelling along the SR69 and the E80.