Canonica a Cerreto's 21 hectares of vineyard are located within the township of Castelnuovo Berardenga, at the southernmost end of the Chianti Classico area.
The vineyards' elevation is 350m above sea level on average, with a Southern exposure, on a slope from which the famous Crete Senese (clay hills of Siena) can be seen. From the latter comes warm and dry air, which cools down after sunset, resulting in important temperature differences between day and night, with even greater differences between summer and winter temperatures. The soil is rich in clay and limestone.
The grapes are harvested by hand and at different times to ensure the fruit is at its ripest.

Canonica A Cerreto Sandiavolo Toscana
IGT rosso San Diavolo - 2006
AWARDS: 93 pts. Wine Spectator
PRODUCTION AREA: Castelnuovo Berardenga Chinati Classico , Siena
GRAPE VARIETALS: 33% Sangiovese, 33% Merlot, 33% Cabernet.
VINIFICATION: In stainless steel tanks
AGEING: 16 months in oak barriques (50% first and 50% second usage)
COLOR : Deep intense ruby red with dark vibrant garnet house
AROMA : Generous, complex, elegant and sweet, Small red and black berry’s are in perfect equilibrium with a hint of forest floor, mineral notes and sweet and balsamic spices
TASTE: Initially sweet with great structure. The tannins are imposing yet sweet and silky, perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the wine. Big and powerful with fruit and spice sensations that remain on the palate
FOOD TO SERVE WITH: Pasta, meats, mature cheese.

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