2022 Cantina San Biagio Vecchio - Sangiovese Superiore Romagna PorcaLoca (750ml)

Grown in the sun-drenched hills outside Ravenna and matured to meet official Superiore standards, the 2022 Cantina San Biagio Vecchio PorcaLoca presents a disciplined, region-specific interpretation of pure Sangiovese with notable aging potential.

Climate & Viticulture Context
Cantina San Biagio Vecchio farms steep limestone-marl parcels exposed to morning sun and cooled by late-afternoon Adriatic breezes. These conditions stretch the growing season, allowing skins to achieve full phenolic ripeness while preserving the grape's signature tart acidity—a defining hallmark of the Romagna appellation.

Tasting Profile
The nose reveals compressed cherry, blackberry, and crushed herb notes layered over hints of cedar bark, dried tobacco, and light minerality. On the palate, the wine maintains a direct mid-palate attack driven by lively malic acid, followed by a backbone of fine-grained tannins that provide structure without drying the mouth. The finish runs medium-long with a savory, iron-rich edge and a faint bitter almond backdrop typical of well-managed, low-yield Sangiovese blocks.

Serving & Food Recommendations

• Temperature: Serve at 60–62°F (15–17°C) to balance alcohol warmth and fruit intensity
• Handling: Decant for 25–30 minutes before dining to loosen tightly wound early tannins
• Pairing foundations: Slow-cooked beef ragu over tagliatelle, grilled lamb chops, sliced coppa or finocchiona aged pecorino Toscano
• Cellaring trajectory: Optimal drinking window spans 2025 through 2029, though approachable immediately upon release

Documented 2022 vintage bottled in a standard 750ml container.