# Eneo (2022)

- **Producer:** Montepeloso
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malvasia Nera
- **Region:** Toscana, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €35
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** forest berry, sage, black plum, thyme, red cherry, blackberry, black cherry, red plum, dried herbs, vanilla, espresso, cloves, cedar, spice, incense, leather, liquorice, dark earth, sweet earth, crushed flowers, tobacco

## About this wine

Montepeloso Eneo 2022 is an Italian red wine from the Toscana IGT appellation, produced by Montepeloso in Suvereto, Tuscany. The blend comprises 65% Sangiovese, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 5% Malvasia Nera. The estate's vineyards are located on the Tuscan coast, benefiting from a climate tempered by sea breezes, and are planted on soils rich in silex, lime-rich petrified clay, and iron. Vine ages at the estate vary significantly, from 13 to 51 years old. Winemaker Fabio Chiarelotto emphasizes site expression and balance in his winemaking approach.

## Interesting facts

- Vine ages at Montepeloso range from 13 to 51 years.
- The estate's soils are rich in flint, clay, and iron.
- Montepeloso avoids new oak, preferring used French barriques.
- The wine is produced in the Suvereto region, on the Tuscan coast.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and fine tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of grilled meats and robust protein dishes. Its complex aromatic profile, with notes of dark fruit and subtle spice, can echo or contrast with herbs and savory elements in the food, creating a harmonious dining experience.

## Wine making process

Montepeloso Eneo 2022 is produced using a proprietary blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Malvasia Nera. The grapes undergo temperature-controlled fermentation with natural yeasts, followed by maceration on the skins for 12 to 28 days. The wine is then aged in second and third-use French barriques for 9 to 18 months, with subsequent aging in stainless steel or bottle. Some production methods may involve no filtration before bottling. The estate practices organic farming.