Experience the Mediterranean Coast of Tuscany

“Experience the Mediterranean Coast of Tuscany”
POINTS OF INTEREST
[Roh-caw d Mon-tay-mah-see]
ESTATE
• Maremma, Tuscany is considered the “California of Italy” and the terroir is home to the
world-renowned Super Tuscan wines.
• At the heart of the estate lies a monument in commemoration of the 43 miners that
perished in 1954 during one of the worst mining accident in Italian history.
• In the spirit of giving back to the community, the Zonin family established a successful
canine rescue shelter at the estate.
Name: Fortified Hamlet in the village of Montemassi.
HISTORICAL NOTES
Location: The property is situated in the Monteregio DOC appellation on
Mediterranean coast of Tuscany. There are over 1,060 acres on the approximately Rocca di Montemassi is located in Maremma on the Mediterranean coast of
Tuscany, contrasted by rolling hills and swampland. Maremma, one of the
385 acres dedicated to vineyards.
youngest wine producing areas in Italy, has been coveted over the centuries for its
Elevation: 1,148 - 1,181 ft. above sea level.
abundance in metals and natural resources. In 1999, the Zonin family acquired the
Soil: A mixture of rich clay, minerals and sand.
property and the estate has become a symbol for biodiversity and sustainability
Climate: Maritime, characterized by warm days and cool nights. Temperatures in the region. In the spring of 2012, Maremma Toscana was granted DOC status.
range from 39°- 41°F in the winter and remain at around 86°F in the summer.
Training System: Spurred Cordon and Guyot.
Vine Density: 5,000 vines per hectare.
Varietals: Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Vermentino, Merlot,
Syrah, Petit Verdot, Viogner.
Winemaker
Federico Giovannetti
2012 - Rocca di Montemassi IGT
2013 - Sassabruna DOC
2013 - Astraio Viognier DOC
2014 - Le Focaie DOC
2014 - Calasole Vermentino DOC
CAMPAGNA FINANZIATA AI SENSI
DEL REGOLAMENTO CE N. 1308/13
CAMPAIGN SUPPORTED
BY REGULATION EC N. 1308/13
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