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Tenuta Monteloro: Le Fonti, an unexpected Tuscan Riesling

Let me guide you to a hidden treasure, a gem that shakes up preconceived ideas about Tuscany. Imagine a Riesling, yes, a Riesling, born under the sun of Fiesole, at Tenuta Monteloro. It's an unexpected encounter, a delicate dance between the Tuscan terroir and this northern grape variety.

Fiesole, a high-altitude terroir for a singular white

We are in Fiesole, in the hills of Tuscany, where Tenuta Monteloro passionately cultivates its Vigneto Le Fonti. It is here, on these sun-drenched lands, that Riesling Renano finds a truly particular expression. This is not an Alsatian or German Riesling that you are about to discover, but a Tuscan interpretation, shaped by a unique microclimate and the expertise of this family estate.

At first glance, its luminous straw-yellow color invites you to taste it. On the nose, I first perceive notes of green apples and apricots, then touches of tropical fruits, white flowers and even a hint of nettle. But what intrigues me most is that discreet petrol note, a distinctive sign of great Rieslings, which blends with a beautiful minerality. On the palate, it reveals a fresh and sapid structure, a harmonious balance between acidity and body. The vinification, with fermentation in steel tanks at low temperature and aging on the lees, followed by 24 months in the bottle, gives it remarkable complexity and persistence.

Gourmet pairings and simple moments

This Tuscan Riesling is an ideal companion for your summer meals. I see it perfectly with seafood antipasti, grilled white fish or seasonal vegetables. It will also elevate a platter of fresh cheeses. It is a wine that invites sharing, perfect for a convivial aperitif or an informal meal among friends. Serve it chilled, around 8-10°C, so that it reveals all its liveliness and delicate aromas. It will surprise you with its ability to accompany varied dishes, while retaining its unique personality. Let yourself be tempted by this discovery, you won't regret it.