SummuS Castello Banfi
Supertuscan "SummuS" 2019 - Castello Banfi
From the Tuscan vine par excellence, Sangiovese, in a blend with Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah grapes, comes Summus, the Supertuscan of Castello Banfi. Produced in the Montalcino area and only in excellent vintages, Summus is a long-aging Tuscan red wine of great character, rare structure and extraordinary elegance.
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Rosso Toscano IGT Summus embodies Banfi's ability to combine innovation and tradition in its wines. Produced with selected grapes from specialized vineyards and only in excellent years, Summus is an intense and deep Supertuscan, which amazes for its aging capacity.
Grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon 60%, Sangiovese 33%, Syrah 7%
Denomination: Toscana IGT
Production zone: southern slope of the municipality of Montalcino
Altitude: Sangiovese: 250 meters above sea level; Cabernet Sauvignon: 130 meters above sea level; Syrah: 120 meters above sea level
Soil: various types, from sandy-clayey with abundant and well-draining pebbles to clayey-limestone that tend to retain humidity
Training system: spurred cordon - Banfi alberello
Vine Density: 4200 vines per hectare
Hectar Yield: 60 quintals
Fermentation: in temperature-controlled (25-30°C) hybrid French oak and stainless-steel tanks Horizon
Aging: in 350 liter French oak barrels (350 l) for about 24 months
Alcohol content: 14.5%
Colour: very intense ruby red
Nose: characterized by varietal aromas with young fruity scents accompanied by complex notes of jam, spices, tobacco and coffee
Palate: the structure is impressive, with important but sweet tannins. The finish is long and persistent
Pairings: perfect wine in combination with first and second courses based on meat or vegetables and with aged cheeses
Serving temperature: 16-18°C
First vintage produced: 1985
Bottled by the winemaker Banfi S.A. Srl – Montalcino - Italy
- Alcohol level
- 14.5%
- Grapes
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Region
- Toscana
- Appellation
- Toscana IGT
