Birba 2021
IGT Toscana, La Gerla, 750 ml
Description
The Birba is affectionately called "Brunellino". In contrast to Brunello, which matures in the large "botte" for at least two years, it is matured in barriques for around 10 months. It delights with its powerful structure, fine tannins and a complex aroma palette: rose, prune, cherry, spices and herbs as well as notes of chocolate, liquorice and tar. The Birba can easily be stored for up to 10 years after the harvest and is a wonderful pleasure even without food.
Attributes
| Grape variety: | Sangiovese Grosso |
| Producer: | Fattoria La Gerla / Sergio Rossi |
| Origin: | Italy / Toscana |
| Label: | Vegan |
| Ripening potential: | 5 to 7 years |
| Drinking temperature: | 16 to 18 °C |
| Food Pairing: | Brasato di manzo al Barolo, Goulash, boeuf bourguignon, Spicy hard cheese, Beef Stroganoff |
| Vinification: | soft pressing |
| Harvest: | hand-picking, strict selection |
| Maturation: | in partly new and used barriques/ Pièces, some months bottle storage before sale |
| Maturation duration: | 12 months |
| Volume: | 14.5 % |
| Note: | Contains sulphites |
Sangiovese Grosso
Epitome of Tuscany
Chianti classico, Brunello di Montalcino, Vino nobile di Montepulciano: the Sangiovese is in each of the classic red wines from Tuscany. For a long time, it was assumed that its birthplace was here. After all, it appeared under various synonyms in Tuscan documents dating from 1600. But in 2004, researchers unveiled that one of its parents originated in Calabria in southern Italy. Today, it is the most planted variety in Italy. In addition to Tuscany, it fares well in Emilia-Romagna, Marche or Umbria. It is an exceptionally lovable wine: its aromas of cherry and plum, violets and spices are complemented by fresh acidity and a juicy texture. It wins people around both as cheerful, drinkable wines with pizza and pasta and as barrel-aged top class wines. Carried by Italian immigrants, it found its way to California and Argentina. However, it does not have the same reputation there.
Italy
Italy – Where wine is a way of life
The Italian wine regions are extremely diverse, and this is made clear in their wines. Established varieties such as Merlot, Syrah, and Sauvignon can be found on just 15 percent of the total vine growing area. The remaining 85 percent is reserved for autochthonous, indigenous varieties. More than 2,000 different grape varieties are grown under diverse conditions and pressed with various techniques into wines that reach the top tier of the international wine market.
