Wine Composition
70% Cabernet Franc, 20% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc
Winemakers Comments
The Bolgheri Doc Tenuta Le Colonne is a balanced and harmonious red wine born out of the finest selection of Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes.
Tenuta Le Colonne’s proximity to the sea further exalts the magnificent qualities of this blend, resulting in an intense, full-bodied Bolgheri DOC of surprising elegance and freshness, a perfect example of Bolgheri’s refined wines.
Awards
Wine Spectator | 93 points
Technical Analysis
Alcohol Percentage
13.5%
TA
5.3 g/l
Cellar Techniques
Spontaneous fermentation in cement truncated tapered vats. Fermentation by native yeasts for approximately 13 days. The temperature is controlled, reaching a maximum of 28°C.Gentle rack and return during fermentation. Ageing in big barrels and tonneaux for 12 months. Bottle refinement for 3 months.
Winery
Nestled between the bluest of skies and the cobalt of the Tyrrhenian Sea, Tenuta Le Colonne is a pinnacle in the prime wine region of Bolgheri, which already presents a raft of unique qualities. The result is a wine that dazzles on sight, seduces with scent and intrigues the taste buds.