Maggiarino Nobile di Montepulciano La Braccesca 2017

Maggiarino Nobile di Montepulciano of Tenuta La Braccesca, comes from the vineyards of the estate of the same name, one of the winery's most vocated areas. A well-balanced wine capable of enhancing the fragrant varietal character through the silky tannins typical of the Nobile di Montepulciano area, a historic Tuscan appellation. The total surface area of the vineyards is 340 hectares divided into two bodies. The first, 366 hectares, 237 of which are planted with vines, is located on the border between the municipalities of Montepulciano and Cortona. The other body, 142 hectares of which 103 are planted with vines, extends as far as Montepulciano.

Vinification
The Sangiovese grapes destined for this wine were harvested towards the end of September. The best Sangiovese grapes, from a selection of vineyards on the Maggiarino estate, underwent a vinification process aimed at preserving the aromas and enhancing the structure. Maceration lasts about 20 days and takes place in stainless steel vats.

Refinement
At the end of maceration, the wine was transferred to tonneaux, where malolactic fermentation took place and its ageing process began, lasting approximately 12 months. Following bottling in spring 2018, the wine rested in the bottle for about two years before release.

Awards and Recognition
Year 2015 - Wine Enthusiast - 94 Punti
Year 2016 - Robert Parker - 93 Punti