Italy / Tuscany
Sette is a great tribute to the art of winemaking, originating from seven different organic vineyards of Merlot. Each, with its own microclimatic characteristics giving birth to seven different wines, alternately chosen for characteristics and personality, then blended and aged to make Sette. The wine is made from a careful selection of different Merlots, with regard to, exposure, location, terroir and the characteristics of the vintage. The agronomic and viticultural techniques, which have been consolidated over time for these vineyards, allow for excellent results, even during the most adverse seasons. Vineyards, Cypresses, Salvareccio I, Salvareccio II, Poggio Sinistro, Sorbaccio, Nocetta I, Nocetta II, are each of different sizes and characteristics. The vineyard conditions include excellent ventilation, good drainage, richness of organic matter, ideal soil composition (60% sand, 30% clay, 10% silt), and good humidity during the summer – since Merlot does not like drought – to obtain maximum expressions of quality and taste of the grapes.
Harvest Note
The winter season in Tuscany recorded temperatures in line with the seasonal average, low and steady with daily rises in the hottest hours. Rainfall was present and moderate, sufficient to restore water reserves in the vineyards. Spring arrived slightly early, dictating the timing of vine planting, with returns of cold weather and minimal rain. Grazed by a late frost that, however, left no significant damage. Flowering developed between late May and early June, resulting in small clusters, which shortly thereafter took shape, becoming clusters of the new production. The summer was hot and intense, but the constant ventilation created the ideal microclimate for the grapes, which were also supported by irrigation that punctually restored the balance and preserved production. The vineyards ripened evenly, promising great quality. Merlot experienced an optimal season, much regularity, especially in the final harvest stage, where it showed slow and steady improvement day by day. Each Merlot plot expressed its own personality, depending on its terroir.
Tasting Note
Ruby red with violet hues. Notes of small red fruits, blackberry, plum, together with toasted elements. Structured, persistent, with smooth and elegant tannins.
Food Pairing
Pairs well with fine meats, game noble, braised red meats
Technical Data
GRAPES: 100% Merlot
APPELLATION: Valdarno di Sopra
PH: 3.7
ACIDITY: 5.39 g/l
ABV: 15%
AGING: Aged for 18 months in small barrels
Unique Selling Points
- Very strict selection of the best parcel of Merlot of the estate.
- Limited production
“This is the place where I was born. A lovely valley protected from northern winds . . . an area that offers great wines . . .”
Antonio Moretti, Owner
