GIARDINO  Classification   Toscana – IGT  Vintage   2023  Climate   The 2024 growing season was defined by regular rain showers from the  onset of budbreak forward. The month of April saw several cold spells that  delayed vine development. May brought abundant rainfall that slowed down  bloom; flower clusters began to emerge from the second week in June.  Overall, July and August were hot and dry prompting excellent cluster  development. The vines benefitted from good groundwater reserves from  spring precipitation and the vines caught up to a normal pace in the growing  season.   The grape harvest got underway during the last half of August, consistent  with the 2023 harvest.   Vinification and aging   A portion of the harvested grapes were destemmed, crushed, and very gently  pressed to obtain a light-colored must. The other portion was destemmed  and crushed and left to macerate for several hours in stainless steel tanks to  best extract varietal aromas from the skins. The resulting must was chilled to  a temperature of 10 °C (50 °F) to favor natural clarification. After 48 hours,  the wine was transferred into stainless steel vats where alcoholic  fermentation took place at a temperature that did not exceed 15 °C (59 °F).  Giardino was aged in stainless steel tanks at a constant temperature of 10 °C  (50 °F) to preserve aromatic compounds.   Alcohol content   12 % by Vol.   Historical data   High on a Tuscan hillside, not far from Siena and Perugia, sits the historic  town of Cortona. A vast plain extends on one side and on the other, the hill  and village. This is the captivating panorama surrounding the Santa Cristina  winery, established in 2006 to strengthen and renew the tradition of crafting  its eponymous wine, over 60 years after its first vintage. Over time, Santa  Cristina has become a reference point for winemaking experts as well as wine enthusiasts due to our commitment to  achieving quality. The diligent care taken in vineyards and cellar management have always been our incentive to continue  with innovation and research in exploring indigenous as well as international grape varieties. The resulting family of wines  are different yet highly distinguishable for their unmistakable artisanal style, proof of the enduring connection between  vineyards, terroir and man’s dedication to the land.   Giardino Rosé expresses the Tuscan countryside and its origins with delicate, graceful, and refined aromas and flavors. Its  name celebrates its floral nature.   Tasting notes   Giardino 2024 is peach blossom pink in color. The nose is intriguing and pleasant presenting intense fruity notes of pink  grapefruits and wild strawberries together with delicate hints of lime and forest floor. The palate is defined by a pleasant  supple body sustained by excellent freshness. The wine closes with a persistent finish that echoes aromas perceived on the nose.