41% Sangiovese, 26% Nebbiolo, 14% Shiraz, 11% Pinot Noir, 5% Barbera; 3% Mourvedre

Originally prompted by the classic taste and palate of Italian varieties: Sangiovese and Nebbiolo. These grape varieties laid the foundation for the development of this highly successful blend, with the first commercial launch of the Hannibal label from the 2001 vintage. The name Hannibal was adopted as a symbolic expression of the synergy with the African elephant, participating in linking the wine lands of France and Italy two thousand years ago, under the invading command of the famous Carthaginian general

Sangiovese has firmly established itself as the basis of this enigmatic wine. The fruit profile and elegant tannin composition, offered by the vines grown in our cooler climate, drive the style of the blend. Critically, the high productivity of our Sangiovese vineyards needs to be addressed in order to achieve even and optimal ripeness. This is done by bunch thinning during the early stages of bunch development. The final blend was assembled after a 12-month maturation period in French oak, 20% of which was new. Bottled in July 2022 following a light filtration.

ANALYSIS: ALC 13.26% | TA 6.0 g/l | RS 2.7 g/l | pH 3.48