What grapes are in Pontecchio?

Mainly Sangioveto (the local Sangiovese biotype) with a small percentage of Alicante.

What does Pontecchio taste like?

Ruby red with youthful hues, an intense fragrance, and a dry, slightly tannic, slightly aromatic palate.

Where are the grapes grown?

In the Pontecchio and Mola vineyards on Elba Island, partly within the Tuscan Archipelago National Park.

CuvéeElba DOCRed

Pontecchio

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Azienda Agricola Sapereta

About Pontecchio

Style: Red
Grape Varieties: Sangiovese, Alicante
Price Range: ¥3,000-4,000; estimated from Italian retail reference pricing of roughly €12-14 ex-tax

Pontecchio is an Elba Rosso DOC made mainly from Sangioveto (the local biotype of Sangiovese) selected from clones grown on the estate, with a small contribution of Alicante. Grown in the Pontecchio and Mola vineyards, partly within the Tuscan Archipelago National Park, it macerates for 8-10 days, undergoes malolactic fermentation, and rests in cement tanks over winter before spring bottling. Ruby red with youthful hues, it shows an intense, heady fragrance and a dry, slightly tannic, slightly aromatic palate.

Sommelier's Note

An honest, everyday Elba red that over-delivers for the price — proof that Sangioveto belongs on the island as much as on the mainland.

New to wine?

A straightforward, food-friendly Tuscan island red — dry and lightly tannic without being heavy.

Food Pairings

Suited to grilled red meats, tomato-based pasta, and aged pecorino.

When to drink it

Casual dinners, grilled meat barbecues, pasta nights

Terroir & Winemaking

Primarily Sangioveto with a small percentage of Alicante; macerated 8-10 days, malolactic fermentation, then aged in cement tanks over winter before spring bottling.

About the producer

Azienda Agricola SaperetaFamily-run Elba estate since 1927, famed for organic Aleatico Passito.Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What grapes are in Pontecchio?: Mainly Sangioveto (the local Sangiovese biotype) with a small percentage of Alicante.
What does Pontecchio taste like?: Ruby red with youthful hues, an intense fragrance, and a dry, slightly tannic, slightly aromatic palate.
What food pairs well with it?: Grilled red meats, tomato-based pasta, and aged pecorino cheese.
Where are the grapes grown?: In the Pontecchio and Mola vineyards on Elba Island, partly within the Tuscan Archipelago National Park.

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