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Lucente signé Luce associe Merlot et Sangiovese à Montalcino pour un Toscana IGT élevé 12 mois en barrique, à 28,50 € au lieu de 41,08 €. Sa limite : appellation IGT générique et aucune distinction mentionnée.
Toscana IGT d'appellation générique, mais zone de Montalcino (Siena) nommée et assemblage Merlot-Sangiovese précisé : ancrage partiel, sans appellation DOCG.
Aucune récompense ni guide mentionné pour ce Toscana IGT ; le producteur Luce est nommé mais sans distinction attestée.
À 28,50 € au lieu de 41,08 €, le prix reste cohérent pour un IGT rouge élevé 12 mois en barrique, malgré l'absence de distinction.
Accords viandes grillées et fromages de moyenne maturation, profil fruits noirs et notes toastées, service à 16-18 °C : base claire mais accords peu variés.
Domaine Luce situé à Montalcino nommé, vinification en acier thermo-régulé, malolactique puis 12 mois en barrique : pratiques décrites, bio non précisé.
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Comment on noteThe wine
Imagine yourself for a moment in the heart of Tuscany, where the sun caresses the vines and history blends with the land. Today I'm taking you to discover Lucente, a wine that embodies the soul of Montalcino, a true gem signed by Luce.
It's not just a simple wine, it's an invitation to travel, a promise of shared moments, where each sip transports you a little further into the Tuscan landscape.
The Luce estate, nestled in the prestigious region of Montalcino, in Siena, is a name that resonates with excellence. It is here, on this blessed land, that Lucente is born, a Toscana IGT that expresses its origin with strength and elegance.
This wine is the fruit of a harmonious union between two emblematic grape varieties: Merlot and Sangiovese. A combination that gives it both the richness and the structure, typical of the great wines of Tuscany.
Its vinification is a precise art: fermentation in temperature-controlled steel tanks, followed by maceration and malolactic fermentation. Then, it matures for 12 months in barriques, an aging that refines its tannins and develops its complexity. When tasting, you will be charmed by its intense color. On the nose, I perceive captivating aromas of ripe black fruits, enhanced by balsamic and lightly toasted notes, a bouquet that promises beautiful depth. On the palate, it reveals a fine structure, an aromatic persistence that will leave you with a lasting impression, a perfect balance between power and finesse.
So, how do you enhance this Lucente? I warmly recommend it with dishes that will showcase it without overshadowing it. Imagine it alongside grilled meats, whose intense flavors will pair wonderfully with its structure. Medium-aged cheeses will also be ideal companions, their textures and aromas harmoniously complementing the profile of this wine.
It is the perfect wine for those dinners where you want to impress, for a special occasion, or simply to treat yourself. Serve it at the right temperature, in beautiful glasses, and let it tell you the story of Tuscany. Lucente is much more than a wine, it is a sensory experience, an invitation to conviviality and sharing, a true expression of the Tuscan art of living that I invite you to discover.