Centine
Centine Toscana IGT
Centine, pronounced CHEN tee nay, takes its name from a 19th century farmhouse on the Castello Banfi vineyard estate and represents the gateway to Banfi wines. This entryway is depicted on the label with the winding road, lined by Cyprus trees leading up to the 12th Century Castello.
Features
Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
Sangiovese
Tech Info
Alcohol :13.5% Vol*
Total Acidity :5.1 g/l*
Residual Sugar:3.5 g/l*
*Technical Data May
Vary With Vintage
Availability
Size(s):
5L 0 80516 07101 5
750ml 0 80516 04854 3
Pack(s):
5L, 750ml 12pk
Soil and Origin
Soil:Calcareous and well-structured.
Origin:Hillside vineyards in the southern part of Tuscany
Tasting Notes
Bouquet:
Luscious berry and ripe cherry on the nose.
Taste:
Hints of vanilla and fresh herbs on the palate.
Soft tannins and great acidity balance out this enticing red.
Food Pairing:
Particularly versatile, easy drinking Centine Rosso marries with everything!
! Delicious with pasta, grilled and roasted meats, burgers, barbecue and even spicy seafood dishes!
Winemaking
The grapes are vinifi ed with a brief maceration for 7 days. When alcoholic and malolactic fermentation are completed, the wine is aged for a short period in barriques of French oak, followed by moderate bottle aging.