Sasyr

Established in 1973 by acclaimed Italian film producer Italo Zingarelli, Rocca delle Macìe is one of Tuscany’s leading wine estates. Led today by Italo’s son Sergio, his wife Daniela, and their two children Andrea and Giulia, Rocca delle Macìe spans 600 hectares / 1,500 acres and is dedicated to crafting the finest expressions of its unique Tuscan terroir. Sasyr, as the name suggests, is a sublime blend of sangiovese and syrah that offers a delicious midpoint between the traditional, austere “Old World” style of many Tuscan wines and the lush, fruit-forward nature of “New World” wines. It features a fresh, modern label that shifts attention to the recognizable and intriguing Sasyr brand name, makes it stand out among its traditional competitive set, and conveys Rocca delle Macìe’s bold, yet elegant, style.

Produced with carefully selected grapes harvested at an excellent state of ripeness in the Maremma area close to Grosseto. The winery practices Integrated viticulture, using the minimum quantity of pesticides, no chemical herbicides and using only organic fertilizer.

A controlled temperature fermentation allows the intense color and primary aromas to be preserved. All the Syrah wine ages in small French oak barrels, 1/3 new, for about six months. The blended wine then refines further in the bottle for a minimum of six month.

Very intense and complex aroma, with fruity flavors of cherry, blackberry, raspberry and spices finish. Smooth taste with a good structure with notes of tobacco, chocolate and vanilla, it has a pleasant freshness and a long persistent aromatic finish.