Maremma Toscana Rosso 2019
Maremma Toscana Rosso Rocca di Frassinello takes its name from the estate itself, as it represents its philosophy. Rocca di Frassinello winery is located in the province of Grosseto in the Gavorrano area behind the Gulf of Follonica.
The wine is based on Sangiovese, the traditional grape of the Maremma area, blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, that add power and softness. The result is therefore a modern wine, designed to satisfy the taste of contemporary consumers and wine lovers from all over the world, without sacrificing the typicality of Tuscany and its genuine character.
The first harvest of Rocca di Frassinello wine was in 2004 and since then it has been produced with the first selection of Sangiovese, Cabernet sauvignon and Merlot from the best estate’s vineyards. The French oenologist of Les Domaines Baron de Rothschild-Lafite also collaborates in the project, as the Baron de Rothschild is partner of the winery.
Alcoholic fermentation takes place in steel vats at a controlled temperature. After racking, the wine is transferred to barriques of which 80% are new and ages in barrique for about 14 months. It age for 11 more months in the bottle.