Casale Tiberio

Casale Tiberio

The vineyard
Geographic position: Zagarolo (RM). Lazio Region
Soil: silicon 75%, clay 25%
Trellising System: spurred cordon
Vine Density: 5500 vines/ha
Production: around 75 q/ha

The Wine
Tiberio was the name of the owner of the land where now lies Cantina del Tufaio. This wine is a tribute to his memory since this plot of land allowed us to reach excellent results and achieve great things.

Grape variety: Merlot 85%, Cabernet Sauvignon 15%
Alcohol: 14%

Method of production
Wine-making: Temperature-controlled maceration with skin contact for about 6 days at 30°C max.

Aging in barrique: 12 months (second passage)
Aging in bottle: 2 months

Organoleptic properties
Colour: Intense ruby red colour
Nose: Very complex and intense: red fruit and balsamic hints.
Taste: Full-bodied with soft tannins, persistent with a complex palate

Pairings
Red meats, seasoned and strong cheese. Truly enjoyable to be drunk alone as well, just to contemplate the pleasures of the palate, maybe in front of a fireplace!

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The vineyard
Geographic position: Zagarolo (RM). Lazio Region
Soil: silicon 75%, clay 25%
Trellising System: spurred cordon
Vine Density: 5500 vines/ha
Production: around 75 q/ha

The Wine
Tiberio was the name of the owner of the land where now lies Cantina del Tufaio. This wine is a tribute to his memory since this plot of land allowed us to reach excellent results and achieve great things.

Grape variety: Merlot 85%, Cabernet Sauvignon 15%
Alcohol: 14%

Method of production
Wine-making: Temperature-controlled maceration with skin contact for about 6 days at 30°C max.

Aging in barrique: 12 months (second passage)
Aging in bottle: 2 months

Organoleptic properties
Colour: Intense ruby red colour
Nose: Very complex and intense: red fruit and balsamic hints.
Taste: Full-bodied with soft tannins, persistent with a complex palate

Pairings
Red meats, seasoned and strong cheese. Truly enjoyable to be drunk alone as well, just to contemplate the pleasures of the palate, maybe in front of a fireplace!