Appearance:
This wine shows an intense, dark ruby colour typical of a structured Tuscan red.

Nose:
Aromas are rich and expressive, with pronounced notes of:

• Black cherries, blackberries, prune and fig
• Sweet spices and vanilla-coconut hints from oak ageing
• Tobacco and jammy berry impressions

Palate:
On the palate, the wine is:

• Smooth with medium acidity
• Fruit forward but slightly less intense than the nose
• Shows ripe dark fruit character, with lingering spice and gentle oak influence

Maturity/Development:
The 2016 vintage has developed complexity with time in bottle.

Food Pairings

This wine’s structure, ripe fruit and spice makes it a very food-friendly red. Suggested pairings include:

Red Meats

• Grilled steak or pepper steak
• Roast lamb or beef
• Beef brisket or braised short ribs
  These pairings complement the wine’s fruit intensity, tannic structure and spice.

Rich, Savoury Dishes

• Braised meats or stews
• Game dishes (wild boar or venison)
• Grilled sausages with herbs

Cheese

• Mature or aged cheeses (Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pecorino, aged Gouda)
  The tang and saltiness of mature cheeses work well with the wine’s dark fruit and spice profile.

Service Tips

• Temperature: Serve at approx. 18°C (64°F) for optimal balance and aromatics.

• Decanting: Consider decanting for 30–60 minutes to open the bouquet and soften tannins.

IGT Toscana
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot
Drink now-2045
Serve 15°C
Alc. 14%

Aged 16/18 months in French oak barrels and minimum five years in bottle
Vivino 4.4