Specially for this Fosso Corno Il Grande Silenzio, Fosso Corno used an ancient Tuscan method. This method bears the name "Governo all'uso Toscano." It's a method that has created the beautiful character of this wine. This red wine is made from 100% Montepulciano grapes, sourced from Fosso Corno's finest plots. When the grapes in the vineyards have reached the right ripeness, 50% are harvested by hand and vinified classically. The remaining 50% is harvested using the Governo all'uso Toscano method. This literally means "cutting the branches." This cuts off the nutrient supply to the grapes. These grapes remain on the vines until early October. By then, the grapes have dried thoroughly, after which they are harvested. Because these grapes contain less juice, the flavors are much more concentrated. This is what makes this red wine so unique. After vinification, this red Il Grande Silenzio is aged entirely in French oak barrels for over 12 months. The wine then spends a further few months in the bottle to fully mature.
The stunning final result makes Fosso Corno immensely proud of this wonderful wine. When poured, the characteristic ruby red color of Montepulciano is immediately apparent. The oak aging makes it somewhat more intense than an unaged wine. Gently swirling the glass with Fosso Corno reveals promising aromas of plums, dried berries, black tea, walnuts, and a hint of vanilla. This further stimulates our senses. With our mouths to the glass, we carefully savor this wine. We noted a full-bodied and complex red wine with delicious flavor nuances of blackcurrant, licorice, vanilla, and slightly spicy notes. The pleasant tannins make this red wine wonderfully full-bodied yet not too heavy on the finish. A wine to enjoy by the fire, but also with delicious dishes like rabbit stew, roast beef, or hearty pasta dishes.
