# Ser Alfiero Canto alla Moraia (2014)

- **Producer:** Tenuta Canto alla Moraia
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese
- **Region:** Toscana, Italy
- **Style:** Natural
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black plum, red cherry, red plum, black cherry, butter, cream, earth, leather, tobacco

## About this wine

Ser Alfiero Canto alla Moraia is a Toscana IGT red wine from Tenuta Canto alla Moraia, a family-run estate in Tuscany. The wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese, named in honor of the producer's grandfather, Alfiero. The estate is committed to organic and biodynamic viticulture, with vineyards located at 300 meters altitude. The region's climate and soil contribute to the wine's character. The 2014 vintage faced a mixed growing season, requiring diligent vineyard work.

## Interesting facts

- Wine dedicated to the producer's grandfather, Alfiero.
- Practices organic and biodynamic farming.
- Uses horses for plowing and geese for vineyard cleaning.
- Part of the 'Supertuscan' movement.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium+ body and structured tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of red meats and game. The acidity helps to cut through fattier dishes, while the fruit and herbal notes can echo or contrast with the flavors of the accompanying ingredients.

## Wine making process

Ser Alfiero Canto alla Moraia is produced using native yeasts for alcoholic fermentation, with controlled temperatures and techniques such as pumping over and delestage for extraction. Malolactic fermentation occurs spontaneously. The wine is aged in stainless steel tanks, with periodic stirring on fine lees, and is bottled unfiltered. Harvest is done by hand, with grapes carefully handled. The estate emphasizes organic and biodynamic farming practices.