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WINE of the WEEK: Cabreo Il Borgo Toscana IGT 2008

The 2008 Cabreo Il Borgo is a drop deal sexy wine! Absolutely gorgeous aromas of the highest quality fresh black fruits, pretty florals, mineral and some mocha. This is full-bodied, pure and extremely focused with a rock solid frame. The finish is so long and beautiful. Just Amazing! The wine is composed of 70% Sangiovese, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon from Cabreo Estate vineyards located in the hills of Greve in Chianti at an altitude of 300 meters above sea level. (Drink 2012-2024)

94 Points

Country Region Sub-Region Appellation
Italy Tuscany Toscana IGT

GRAPES
Varietal: Sangiovese: 70%, Cabernet Sauvignon: 30%.
Vineyard density: 3000-5000 plants per hectare.
Yield per hectare: an average of 7 tons of grapes.
Yield of grapes into wine: approximately 65%

VINIFICATION AND MATURATION
Grape harvest: Sangiovese in the first half of October, Cabernet Sauvignon in the second half.
Vinification: Tenute del Cabreo Cellar.
Alcoholic fermentation: in stainless steel wine tanks at a controlled temperature of 28°C for both Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Maceration on the lees: 15-18 days.
Malolactic fermentation: stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 22/23°C.
Ageing: the two varieties are then blended and aged in French oak barrels (30% new, 40% one year old, 30% two years old) with decanting every three months for a total of 16 -18 months. Bottle ageing: minimum 6 months.

Current Estimated Price: $50.00
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