Tasting Notes: The Cabreo - Il Borgo Toscana is an aristocratic Tuscan red loaded with aromas and flavors of black fruits and fresh-tilled earth alongside a polished, velvety character on the palate and firm tannins. This classic Super Tuscan is blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon that sees 16 months in oak and 6 months in bottle before release.
Estate History: Located just above Greve in the Chianti region, the Cabreo holdings include 124 acres planted to Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon grown to produce Il Borgo. Chianti’s famed stony soils are ideal for making wines with great aging potential. At 984 feet in elevation, the densely planted vineyards produce low yields of grapes with concentration and complexity. Fermentation at controlled temperature with extended maceration enhances the wine’s rich body, color and texture. After malolactic fermentation, the wines are blended and matured in oak barrels and spend at least six months in bottle before release. The word borgo refers to a small village, Montefioralle, that overlooks the vineyards.
