SummuS Castello Banfi

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