"MASSICONE" ROSSO DI FORLI' I.G.T.

50% Cabernet Sauvignon of the Ronco Poggiolo vineyard and 50% Sangiovese of the Ronco delle Ginestre vineyard
Soil: Clay/Limestone
The Cabernet Sauvignon is aged in new barriques while the Sangiovese is aged in new 350 liter barrels for about 12 months
Marvelous wine of great complexity that represents a turning point in the life of this young and successful estate
Received the Three Glass award from “Gambero Rosso Vini d’Italia”
Result of an intensive effort by Claudio and Veruska Fiore to blend Cabernet Sauvignon with the small berried Sangiovese of the Ronco delle Ginestre vineyard
Alcohol: 13% by volume
Accompaniment: Perfect with grilled meats, aged cheeses and hearty soups
Ratings by vintage:
- 2000: Parker 91; Gambero Rosso Vini d’Italia Two Red Glasses
- 2001: Parker 92; Gambero Rosso Vini d’Italia Three Glasses
- 2002: Gambero Rosso Vini d’Italia Two Red Glasses
- 2003: Gambero Rosso Vini d’Italia Two Red Glasses
- 2004: Gambero Rosso Vini d’Italia Two Glasses

"RONCO DEI CILIEGI" SANGIOVESE ROSSO DI FORLI' I.G.T.

100% Sangiovese from the single vineyard "Ronco dei Ciliegi"
The name is linked to an easily identifiable landmark: two large cherry trees (ciliegi) that rise from the surrounding bushes
Soil: Marl with loam texture
Altitude of about 320-340 meters, with very unique micro-climate
Two different Sangiovese clones planted in this "Ronco": in the lower area the variety with sparse bunches and small grapes that is also planted in the "Ronco delle Ginestre" vineyard; in the upper area, a larger, darker and more intense clone
Fermentation in stainless steel tanks followed by aging in 350-liter barrels for 12-18 months (1/3 Allier, 1/3 Troncais, 1/3 Vosges)
Intense ruby red, with garnet reflections, rich and spicy, with hints of cherries and juniper. The taste is full, extremely harmonic and velvety, the acidity well balanced with the tannins; the oak component is well proportioned to the wine's fruit
Alcohol: 13.5% by volume
Accompaniment: Roasted red meat, poultry, game
Ratings by vintage:
- 1998: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Glasses
- 1999: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Glasses
- 2000: Parker 89; Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Three Glasses
- 2001: Parker 89; Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Red Glasses; Wine Spectator 90
- 2002: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Three Glasses
- 2003: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Red Glasses
- 2004: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Glasses

100% Sangiovese from the single vineyard "Ronco delle Ginestre", the first Sangiovese vineyard planted by Castelluccio, back in 1975
"Ginestra" is a typical plant of the Mediterranean bush a.k.a. "Spanish broom"
Soil: Marl with loam texture
Altitude of about 300 meters, with very unique micro-climate
Fermentation in stainless steel tanks followed by aging in barrique and 350-liter barrels for 14-20 months (1/3 Allier, 1/3 Troncais, 1/3 Vosges)
The Sangiovese clone used is the same planted in the lower "Ronco dei Ciliegi" vineyard and yields small and sparse bunches, with small fruit and thick skin, factors that are usually needed for high-quality wines
Complex, strong and with strong sensation of wood aging, vanilla, toast, and coffee. Well structured, and extremely harmonic
Alcohol: 13.5% by volume
Accompaniment: Roasted meats, game, "Florence-style" beef steak, braised beef, and lamb dishes
Ratings by vintage:
- 1990: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Three Glasses
- 1999: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Glasses
- 2000: Parker 90; Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Red Glasses
- 2001: Parker 91; Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Red Glasses; Wine Spectator 90
- 2002: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Red Glasses; Wine Spectator 89
- 2003: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Glasses
- 2004: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Glasses

Estate bottled, 100% Sangiovese from the vineyards in Ronco Casone and Fregnano
Soil: Muddy, clay marl
Fermentation and maturation take place in stainless steel tanks
Represents the true expressions of the "Sangiovese di Romagna" whose main characteristics are fruitiness, and freshness
One of the best values in the Bedford portfolio
Pleasant, lively and well balanced; a long-lasting and fruity taste well matched with the bouquet
Clean and clearly defined bouquet, with a little scent of raspberry and other concentrated berries
Alcohol: 12.5% by volume
Accompaniment: Pasta, grilled meats, cheeses
Ratings by vintage:
- 2001: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Glasses
- 2002: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Glasses

Estate bottled, 100% Sauvignon Blanc from the vineyards in Ronco del Vento, Buco del Prete, Ronco della Vedovella, Ronco de Capriolo
Soil: Marl with loam texture
Two separated wine-making processes are used: a first part, obtained from the oldest vines, ferments and ages in small wooden barrels to develop personality; a second part, obtained from the younger vines ferments and ages in stainless steel tanks, to supply the fresher, fruitier components
The two parts are combined and refinement in the bottle follows
Hint of citrus fruits (particularly lime and grapefruit)
Dry, aromatic, with reasonable body, sustained by good acidity and almost spicy hot
Alcohol: 12.5% by volume
Accompaniment: Best as an aperitif with starters, fish or egg based dishes, fresh cheeses