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Morellino di Scansano DOCG 2021 from Mantellassi, Sangiovese from Scansano in Maremma, aged at least 12 months, at €9.88 instead of €11.11. Two bicchieri cited without a vintage attached to this bottle, and no mention of organic or manual harvesting.
Morellino di Scansano DOCG, named Sangiovese, Scansano area in Maremma: consistent appellation and grape variety, intense ruby color and red fruit and spicy notes consistent with the style.
Two bicchieri mentioned, but without a vintage attached to this 2021 bottle; producer Mantellassi not described as renowned in the text.
At €9.88 instead of €11.11, a Morellino DOCG of this level remains clearly below the usual price for its tier, especially since it has earned two bicchieri.
Precise pairings (carni rosse, arrosti, formaggi stagionati), detailed aromatic profile and serving temperature of 16-18°C indicated: everything needed to serve it easily.
Mantellassi estate located in Scansano, fermentation in steel, maceration on skins and minimum 12 months of aging: practices specified, with no mention of manual harvesting or organic methods.
Independent rating, calculated from the property's public information and traveler reviews. Commissions received on bookings are not included in the rating.
Comment on noteThe wine
Let me guide you to a hidden treasure of Tuscany, a wine that whispers the history of the Maremma. This Morellino di Scansano "Mentore" from the Mantellassi estate is an encounter with authenticity, a pure expression of the local Sangiovese.
Nestled in the Scansano region, in the heart of the Tuscan Maremma, the Mantellassi estate is part of a rigorous winemaking tradition. It is here, on these sun-drenched lands, that Sangiovese, known locally as Morellino, finds its truest expression. This wine is the fruit of a meticulous selection of grapes, a guarantee of the quality you will find in every sip.
The vinification of this "Mentore" is a mastered art. After a skin maceration of about 15 to 20 days, fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, under controlled temperature. Then, the wine takes its time to mature in oak barrels for 10 to 12 months, before refining further in the bottle for at least four months. It is this process that gives it its complexity and depth.
In your glass, this Morellino di Scansano will reveal itself with an intense ruby red color, dotted with purplish reflections. Bring it to your nose, and you will be enveloped by refined aromas of ripe red fruits, such as cherry and blackberry. Spicy notes and a light vanilla touch, a legacy of its time in wood, complete this bouquet. On the palate, the "Mentore" stands out for its balance and well-defined tannic structure. It is rich and fleshy, expressing the power and finesse of Sangiovese, with a harmonious aromatic persistence that evolves towards scents of tobacco and chocolate in the aftertaste.
This wine is a partner of choice for the robust dishes of Tuscan cuisine. Imagine it alongside a cacciagione or a roast, it will enhance these intense flavors. It is also perfect with aged cheeses, where its tannins will find a delicious echo. Its versatility makes it suitable for a multitude of occasions, from a simple evening among friends to a more elaborate dinner. I recommend you discover this Morellino di Scansano DOCG "Mentore" from Mantellassi; it is an invitation to explore a Tuscan classic, a celebration of the richness of Sangiovese in one of its most authentic and fascinating expressions.
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