# Ciú Ciú Gotico Piceno Superiore (2015)

- **Producer:** Società Agricola Ciú Ciú di Bartalomei
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Montepulciano, Sangiovese
- **Region:** Marche, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €17
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, red plum, black plum, black cherry, coffee, liquorice, chocolate, leather, tobacco, earth

## About this wine

Ciú Ciú Gotico Piceno Superiore is a red wine from the Rosso Piceno Superiore DOC appellation in the Marche region of Italy. Produced by Società Agricola Ciú Ciú di Bartalomei, this wine is a blend primarily of Montepulciano and Sangiovese. The Rosso Piceno Superiore DOC is a restricted subzone with specific requirements for lower yields and extended aging. The producer is known for its commitment to organic and biodynamic farming practices, aiming to reflect the unique character and traditions of the Marche region in its wines.

## Interesting facts

- Rosso Piceno Superiore DOC requires stricter regulations than standard Rosso Piceno.
- The producer is committed to organic and biodynamic farming.
- This wine is a blend of Montepulciano and Sangiovese.
- The appellation is located in the southern Marche region of Italy.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and robust structure, derived from Montepulciano and Sangiovese, make it an excellent companion for rich protein dishes. Tannins in the wine can bind with proteins in meat, softening both the wine and the food, leading to a more harmonious palate. The wine's intensity can stand up to flavorful and savory dishes, while potential notes of red fruit can complement earthy or herbaceous elements in the food.

## Wine making process

The production of Ciú Ciú Gotico Piceno Superiore involves careful fermentation of Montepulciano and Sangiovese grapes to develop color and structure. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes a minimum of one year of aging in wooden casks, a requirement for the Rosso Piceno Superiore DOC appellation. This aging process contributes to the wine's integration and complexity. Società Agricola Ciú Ciú di Bartalomei employs organic and biodynamic farming practices in their vineyards.