From the winery:
The name Signator – from the Latin word “notary” – refers to the person who guaranteed the legality of papers, ensuring that things were “well done” during the handing down of the land from father to son.
GRAPE VARIETIES: 50% Montepulciano – 50% Sangiovese.
VINEYARDS: from 350 to 550 meters above sea level, spurred
cordon system; from 4,545 to 5,680 vines per hectare.
VINIFICATION: traditional destemming and maceration for
8-10 days at a controlled temperature (max 28 °C).
MATURATION: the grape varieties are blended after aging,
mostly in steel, otherwise in large (65 hl) barrels, for 8-12
months.
AGING: after bottling, 6-8 months in the cellar at a controlled
temperature (15° C) to develop the bouquet.
TASTING NOTES
Color: bright ruby red. Aroma: fruity, with cherry highlights,
pleasantly spicy. Flavor: mellow and balanced, rather persistent
with a fruity finish.
ALCOHOL CONTENT: from 12.5% to 13.5% IN VOL
depending on the vintage.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: suitable with soups and pasta
dishes, white or red meats and medium aged cheeses.
IDEAL SERVING TEMPERATURE: 17-18 °C.
SHELF LIFE: four/five years when suitably stored.
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