San Valentino

Vivian BIO IGT - San Valentino 2017

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Format: 75 cl

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Producer San Valentino
Name IGT
Variety Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Montepulciano, Syrah
Vintage 2017
Gradation 14.0%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Red fruits, thyme, black pepper, rhubarb
Vinification method Natural fermentation in steel with yeasts
Region Emilia-Romagna
Production area Hills of San Martino Venti (Rimini)
Country Italy
Type Still red
Aging 8/10 months
Type of cask Concrete, terracotta amphora, second-use barriques and tonneaux
Color Ruby red with violet reflections
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Pairing Red meat main courses

Cantina San Valentino manifests a deep desire to respect the environment, taking care of and enhancing the territory, which is why all San Valentino wines are the result of research, quality and tradition, and derive from an organic choice. Vivian is a wine whose fermentation is natural in steel with indigenous yeasts, and theFining in cement and large wooden barrels and second passage barriques for 8/10 months.

A drink that in the glass has a lively ruby red color, with purple hues. Seduce the sense of smell with iintense fruity aromas of currants, blueberries and plums, pleasantly followed by notes of thyme and black pepper and hints of rhubarb. A rich, enveloping and balanced red, capable of surprising up to the last sip.

Vivian is full on the sip, with soft tannins, and a long finish to discover and savor. At the table, it is paired with courses of red meats, game, roasts and medium-aged cheeses that gives the maximum pleasure.

MATCH IT WITH:
Icona Abbinamento Carne Icona Abbinamento Formaggio

Technical information


PRODUCER
Saint Valentine
VINTAGE
2017
COUNTRY
Italy
FORMAT
0.75L
TYPE
Still Red
GRADATION
14%
VARIETY
Syrah - Merlot - Cabernet Sauvignon - Montepulciano
TEMP MIN
16 °C
NAME
IGT - Organic
TEMP MAX
18 °C
REGION
Emilia Romagna
PAIRING
Meat - Cheese
PRODUCTION AREA
Covignano hills

How to serve

Glass:

Wide goblet

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Serve to:

16-18°C


When to drink it:

This wine is good right away but you can age it for 5-7 years

Production area

Emilia Romagna

Emilia Romagna


The Cellar: San Valentino

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The winery

San Valentino – Winery in Emilia-Romagna

Discover the story and wines of San Valentino.

Organic estate in Rimini producing expressive wines tied to the terroir of the Covignano hills: fresh whites, structured reds and some passito wines, also sold through an online shop and a wine club.
Region: Emilia-Romagna
Country: Italia
Grapes: Sangiovese, Rebola, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Merlot, Grechetto
Organic winery in the hills of Covignano Production focused on a small selection of varieties. Presence of distinct product lines Tastings, cellar visits and a wine club with direct sales and an online shop.
Winery history
The winery is a family-run operation tied to the Mascarin family; the business developed from the 1990s and in recent years management has also involved the Aureli family. Since the late 2000s the estate has adopted natural/organic vineyard practices and has progressively reorganized production, focusing on a few selected varieties and distinctive product ranges.
Production philosophy
Production focused on respect for the land and the vine, employing organic practices in the vineyard and aiming to produce wines that reflect the character of the grapes and the local microclimate. The winery clearly prioritizes vineyard quality as the starting point for its wines.
Terroir and vineyards
Situated on the hills of Covignano, a few kilometres from the Adriatic coast and close to Santarcangelo/San Martino in Venti. The climate is moderated by the sea breeze, which contributes to the balance of the grapes grown on the hills.
Awards and recognitions
Critical recognition: among documented mentions is the 5 Grappoli in the Guida Bibenda 2026 for the Syrah 2021.

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