Fattoria Le Terrazze
Conero Sassi Neri Riserva 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Conero Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Marche (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Montepulciano |
| Aging | Maturation in small French oak barrels/barriques for 18–24 months, followed by bottle ageing for at least 6 months (up to approximately 2 years before commercialisation). |
- Type: DOCG red wine from 100% Montepulciano grapes
- Origin: Numana in the Marche region, vineyards one kilometre from the coast
- Aromas: Hints of forest floor, small red berries, dried flowers and vanilla
- Winemaking: Fermentation in steel and ageing for 18-24 months in French oak
- Awards: 97-point rating by Luca Maroni and 5 Grappoli (5 Bunches) recognition from the Bibenda guide
Description
Wine style
Conero Sassi Neri Riserva by Fattoria Le Terrazze is a still red wine from the Marche region with a Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (DOCG) status that faithfully interprets the character of the Montepulciano grape variety. Structured and complex in style, it stands out for its intense and persistent aromatic profile, with silky tannins that balance a full-bodied palate. Its structure is defined by fermentation in stainless steel followed by long maturation in French oak barrels. This solid harmony makes it ideal for pairing with rich dishes and slow-cooked preparations.
Origin
This wine from the Marche originates in Numana, in the heart of the Conero Riserva area. The vineyards are located just one kilometre from the Adriatic coast, where the proximity to the sea ensures a mild and breezy climate. These conditions favour slow and steady ripening of the grapes, precisely defining their aromatic profile. The vines take root in Pliocene soils ranging from calcareous-clay marls to calcareous-sandy formations. This soil variability gives the wine a clear territorial imprint, supporting its complex gustatory structure.
How it is produced
Production begins with a careful selection of the bunches, harvested at perfect ripeness. Temperature-controlled fermentation takes place in stainless steel, with maceration on the skins aimed at extracting colour intensity and phenolic components. Following malolactic fermentation, the wine matures in small French oak barrels for a period of eighteen to twenty-four months, enriching its aromatic spectrum. The ageing process concludes with at least six months of bottle rest, a fundamental step to reach the ideal balance and stabilise the structure.
History and curious facts
Founded in 1882, Fattoria Le Terrazze produces the famous Conero Riserva DOCG Sassi Neri in the charming vineyards of Numana, situated just one kilometre from the Adriatic coast. First produced in 1988 and shaped by the oenologist Federico Curtaz, this wine derives its elegance from ancient Pliocene soils. Its patient ageing is celebrated on the label by a quote from the mathematician Gauss, a refined tribute to the time necessary to achieve superior quality, awarded 97 Luca Maroni points and 5 Grappoli Bibenda.
Awards
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2021
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1882
- Oenologist: Federico Curtaz
- Bottles produced: 90.000
- Hectares: 16
Approximately twenty hectars of vineyards produce around 90.000 bottle per year. Read more
| Name | Fattoria Le Terrazze Conero Sassi Neri Riserva 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Conero DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Montepulciano |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Marche |
| Vendor | Fattoria Le Terrazze |
| Story | History and curious facts Founded in 1882, Fattoria Le Terrazze produces the famous Conero Riserva DOCG Sassi Neri in the charming vineyards of Numana, situated just one kilometre from the Adriatic coast. First produced in 1988 and shaped by the oenologist Federico Curtaz, this wine derives its elegance from ancient Pliocene soils. Its patient ageing is celebrated on the label by a quote from the mathematician Gauss, a refined tribute to the time necessary to achieve superior quality, awarded 97 Luca Maroni points and 5 Grappoli Bibenda. |
| Origin | Numana (Marche), a short distance from the Adriatic coast |
| Climate | Mild climate |
| Soil composition | Formed in the Mid-Upper Pliocene; it varies from calcareous-clayey to calcareous-sandy depending on the exposure. |
| Fermentation temperature | 28 degrees Celsius |
| Fermentation | 8–9 days |
| Production technique | Controlled-temperature fermentation in stainless steel tanks with skin maceration (approx. 8–9 days), malolactic fermentation, maturation in small French oak barrels/barriques for 18–24 months and bottle ageing for at least 6 months. |
| Wine making | Selected Montepulciano grapes at perfect ripeness; fermentation at a controlled temperature (approx. 28°C) in stainless steel tanks with selected yeasts and maceration on the skins for 7–10 days (approx. 8–9). After malolactic fermentation, maturation in small French oak barrels/barriques for 18–24 months (with a possible subsequent rest in steel) and bottle ageing for at least 6 months, up to approximately 2 years before being released to the market. |
| Aging | Maturation in small French oak barrels/barriques for 18–24 months, followed by bottle ageing for at least 6 months (up to approximately 2 years before commercialisation). |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |