Le Pergole Torte

Notes - This small 11-hectare estate is part of Super Tuscan history. 'Le Pergole Torte' is named after the first vineyard planted by Sergio Manetti in 1967 who had left an industrial career to invest in the Montevertine property with his friend, oenologist Giulio Gambelli. From 1977 to 1981, they produced Chianti Classico with the aim of competing at the highest levels on a national and international basis. However, by 1981, Sergio was finding the Chianti DOC legislation too restrictive (producers were not allowed to use 100% Sangiovese and were required to blend in white grape varieties). Sergio wished to produce a premium 'Tuscan' wine that truly conveyed the unique terroir of the area and its affect on the genuine Italian grape, Sangiovese. He was left with no choice but to leave the Chianti Consorzio and produce wine under the Vino da Tavola classification. His 'rebellion' led him to become probably the first to produce a 'Super Tuscan' and the rest is now history. Ironically, 'Le Pergole Torte' is known today as one of the most traditional Tuscan wines and is a true interpretation of the Tuscan terroir and grape. Grapes are hand harvested from a single vineyard. After fermentation, the wine is aged in Slavonian oak barrels for 18 months followed by a 6 month ageing in barriques. Before release, the wine undergoes a further 6 months of bottle ageing. This single vineyard ‘Super Tuscan’ was the first to be made of 100% Sangiovese grapes. It has a wonderful bouquet of ripe cherries with spicy vanilla tones and a warm, full bodied palate. This wine has excellent ageing potential. 91 points, Wine Spectator, Sept 2002
 
     

Enter your e-mail address and click the button to opt into the Fareham Wine Cellar mailing list: