Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG

Classification:
DOCG Toscana
Production area:
Montepulciano
Vineyard:
It comes from the vineyards on the hills which surround Montepulciano, a picturesque hill town 25 miles (40km) southeast of Siena, southeastern Tuscany.
Grape varieties:
Pugnolo Gentile, Canaiolo Nero, Mammolo
Harvest period:
From end of September to first 10 days of October
Refining:
The aging period for any Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is a minimum of 24 months (36 months for the "riserva" wines), of which at least 12 months must be spent in oak barrels.
Alcohol:
13.5%
Colour:
Deep ruby red
Bouquet:
Fruity
Taste:
Balanced supple finish with soft tannin and rich flavor
Food pairing:
Beef, Game, Poultry, sweet spicy dishes
Best served at:
16-18 °C