About this winery
Sette Ponti reflects the vision of Dr. Antonio Moretti, who took over the estate from his father in the late 1990's, and immediately began producing estate-bottled wines. The vineyards occupy a total of 150 acres, at an altitude of 200 to 300 meters; the oldest vines (mostly sangiovese) date from 1935. The soil is a classic Tuscan mixture of sand, clay, limestone, and schist-based galestro. The estate - 750 acres in total - is farmed in the traditional Tuscan way, so that the vineyards are...
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Product notes
Crognolo is named after the wild bush, Cronus that grows abundantly around the estate. The first vintage of Crognolo was released in 1998. The Sangiovese is sourced from vines planted in 1988 at 250 metres elevation with a southern exposure. The soils are a mix of compact sand and clay. The vineyards have always been in an ecological way and in 2014 the process to obtain organic certification started. As of 2017, Crognolo is made from vineyards that are certified organic.
Production notes
The wine was fermented at a controlled temperature for 20 days followed by maceration. Aged in used French oak barriques, then bottle aged for 6 months.
Tasting notes
Ample aromas reminiscent of ripe cherry and berries, well blended with spicy notes that give class and complexity. Round, harmonious and vibrant on the palate showing depth and perfect tannic texture