Monte Bernardi, Sa’etta DOCG

Denomination Monte Bernardi, Sa’etta DOCG
Production location Panzano in Chianti
Exposure South
Varietals Sangiovese (100%) 
Grape yield 2,200 kilos per hectare
Annual production 1,500 – 4,000, 750mL; 100 – 200, 1500mL    
Fermentation Natural fermentation and maceration on skins in large oak casks 
Duration 20 – 27 days 
Temperature Allowed to rise to a maximum of 30°C 
Malolactic fermentation Natural, in oak (German & Austrian)
Maturation 18 – 24 months, in oak
Filtration No
Fining Fining in the bottle (minimum of 12 months)
Aging Vintage dependent; generally drinking in 3 – 5 yrs; can age up to 15+ yrs 
Color Ruby red 
Nose Typical, elegant, fruity, blackberry, cherry, violet, mineral 
Flavor Dry, warm, quite soft, tasty, fresh, slight tannic, intense, long finish 
Serving temperature 18°C 
Serving suggestion Pasta dishes with game sauce, roasts
Alcohol 13.0 – 13.5%