THEA |
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| Production area | Vigna Thea, Petrignone Estate, Forlì |
| Appellation | Sangiovese di Romagna D.O.C. Superiore Riserva |
| Grape variety | 100% Sangiovese di Romagna |
| Soil profile | Sandy clay, with abundant gravely texture |
| Traning system | Spurred cordon |
| Vineyard density | 3,500 vines / hectare |
| Yield per vine | 1,0 kg/vine with cluster thinning |
| Harvest period | September, manual picking |
| Vinification | 12-day maceration, followed by malolaptic fermentation |
| Fermentation temperature | 28°-30° C. |
| Maturation | In new medium-toast Allier barriques for 9 months |
| Malolactic fermentation | Yes |
| Average annual production | 10,000 bottles |
| Bouquet | Elegant and delicate, with nuances of fruit, red rose petals, black pepper, and sweet liquorice |
| Palate | Velvety and elegant, echoing the aromas of the nose; fine-grained tannins and leisurely developement |
| Serving suggestion | Polenta with game or mushrooms, grills and stews, roast lamb |
| Awards |
5 Clusters — Duemiliavini — Italian Sommelier Association
Thea 1997, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005,2006, 2007
Stephen Tanzer's IWC
Thea 2007 91/100
Thea 2006 90/100
Wine Enthusiast Magazine (Monica Larner)
Thea 2005: 88/100
"There are nice accents of spice, clove and nutmeg here that enhance the natural berry tones. This Riserva has a bright and intense mouthfeel with good density and a pinch of crispness on the close that would work with cheesy pasta dishes."
2 "Red" Glasses — Vini d’Italia Gambero Rosso
Thea 2000, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2006
2 Glasses — Vini d’Italia Gambero Rosso
Thea 1997, 1998, 1999, 2001, 2003
Guida Oro Veronelli Editore
Thea 2003 89/100, Thea 2004 91/100, Thea 2005 90/100, Thea 2006 91/100
International Wine & Spirit Competition, London
Thea 2004 Silver Medal
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| Notes | Two very high ratings for THEA 2007:
- Stephen Tanzer's IWC 91/100
- Prestigious "FIVE CLUSTERS" by Italian Sommelier Association (assigned to best 300 italian wines)
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The winery's most exceptional Sangiovese grapes create our most representative and prestigious wine. This is our most beloved wine, thus fittingly dedicated to our mother, Thea |
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