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Toscana IGT
Wine

Toscana IGT

Red Montalcino, southern Tuscany Banfi Estate
50,85 €
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6,6/10

Hidden Tuscany Rating

Fair

Toscana IGT 2023 from Banfi, in Montalcino: blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, aged 12-18 months, large 1.5 L format at €25.43 per 75 cl. No distinction or viticultural practice (organic, harvest) is specified.

  • Typicity & terroir25 %6,2

    IGT Toscana without sub-zone, Bordeaux-style blend (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc) in Montalcino: local anchoring little demonstrated, red fruit and balsamic notes consistent.

  • Recognition20 %6,0

    No award or guide mentioned; Banfi is named as an emblematic estate of Montalcino, but without any attested distinction in the sources.

  • Value for money25 %6,8

    Large 1.5 L format at €50.85 (crossed-out price €62.01), i.e. €25.43 per 75 cl: reasonable for a Tuscan IGT signed Banfi, without being below its price range.

  • Versatility at the table15 %7,2

    Precise pairings (grilled or sauce-based red meats, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving at 16-18°C: real versatility but limited to robust dishes.

  • Producer & winemaking15 %7,4

    Banfi named and located in Montalcino; fermentation in steel and wood aging of 12 to 18 months specified, with no mention of manual harvesting or organic farming.

Évaluée le 20 October 2026 · fiabilité des informations : average

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Technical sheet

Grape varietyCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
AppellationIGT
Production zoneMontalcino, southern Tuscany
Vintage2023
Alcohol content14.5%
Format150 cl
ColorIntense ruby red
Serving temperature16-18°C
Food and wine pairingRed meats, aged cheeses

The wine

Belnero 2023: the Tuscan soul of Banfi

I invite you to discover a wine that embodies the elegance and depth of southern Tuscany, a Toscana IGT signed by Banfi. It is a contemporary expression of the terroir, where each sip tells a story of passion and tradition.

The cradle of Banfi in Montalcino

This wine comes from the vineyards of Banfi, an iconic estate located in Montalcino, in the heart of Tuscany. The region is renowned for its wine-growing richness and its deep-rooted history. The Belnero is a harmonious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, grape varieties that find here an ideal land for expression.

Its robe reveals an intense color, a promise of beautiful structure. On the nose, I perceive generous aromas of ripe red fruits, enhanced by spicy touches and subtle balsamic notes. On the palate, the tannins are velvety, offering a soft texture and a pleasant persistence that invites tasting. This wine is the result of fermentation in steel tanks, followed by aging in wood for 12 to 18 months, a method that respects and sublimates its intrinsic qualities.

Gourmet pairings with the Belnero

To accompany this Toscana IGT, I suggest pairing it with robust dishes. It pairs wonderfully well with red meats, whether grilled or in sauce. Aged cheeses will also be perfect companions, their intense flavors echoing the wine's complexity. It's the kind of bottle you open for a convivial meal with friends, or to celebrate a special occasion, where every dish is an excuse for another glass. Let yourself be carried away by this Tuscan experience.

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The Belnero 2023 follows a very specific path: a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, fermented in steel tanks then aged 12 to 18 months in wood at Banfi, in Montalcino. A curious lead for discovering Bordeaux varieties with a Tuscan accent!

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