Description

Wine “Silicum” creates a blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Syrah. It has a rich flavor with hints of ripe berries, but the main “character trait” of this wine is its piquancy and seductive spice. During vinifiatsii wine is fermented in special tanks, horizontal rotating rotovinifikatorah and undergoes malolactic fermentation. Matured wine “Silikum” in new French oak barrels for 14 months. Translated from the Latin “silicum” translates as “silicon”.

Producer’s description

Il Paradiso di Cappelli Graziella – one of the leading wine producers in San Gimignano. Real estate company in 1973 run by the family Chetty. Back in the XIV-XV centuries Chetii race was one of the most respected in San Gimignano, its representatives have held important positions in local government. The uniqueness of the company lies in the fact that unlike other wineries in the region, are produced not only the traditional wine Vernaccia, but also engage in the production of red wines. The vineyards are located at the foot of the ancient city, on volcanic soils, generously gentle sun. This terroir is the best suited for growing traditional Tuscan Sangiovese Grosso. Winery of Il Paradiso di Cappelli Graziella called Poderi del Paradiso. The winemaking process at the farm run by one of the leading oenologists in Italy – Paolo Kachiorna. With a light hand of the master age-old winemaking tradition combined with the latest trends, which makes it possible to create a wine of excellent quality with outstanding, unique character.