La Gerla
Birba
Sangiovese Grosso from Tuscany, Italy
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
La Gerla
On the gentle slopes below the wine village of Montalcino, Sergio Rossi has lovingly grown his vines for almost forty years. The former director of an advertising agency and owner of the small winery La Gerla has managed to quickly establish his company as a recognized Brunello producer in the wine world. Rossi skillfully combines state-of-the-art cellar technology with the wisdom of a down-to-earth winemaker. Before he took it over and restructured it in 1976, the property at 320 meters above sea level and covering a good 28 hectares belonged to the company with the distinctive name "Colombaia" (too German: "dovecote") of the Biondi Santi family, who are known for their best Brunelli.
Description
The deep ruby-coloured reveals a big, spicy, internationally-styled nose of new oak, red and black currants, and smoke. A wine with lovely black cherry and chocolate character. Full and silky with ultra-fine tannins and a juicy, enticing aftertaste.
Food Pairing
Grilled and roast red meat.
