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This magnum of Toscana IGT signed Sofia Ricasoli combines Sangiovese and Merlot from Gaiole in Chianti, aged in 30 hl barrels for about 8 months. Its main drawback: a generic IGT without distinction, at €73.81 for 75 cl.
Generic IGT Toscana, but precise Gaiole in Chianti (Brolio) zone and Sangiovese blended with Merlot, consistent notes of cherry, tobacco and minerality.
No distinction or guide mentioned for this magnum; the producer is named but without any attested reference, the rating remains in the neutral range.
At €73.81 for 75 cl (magnum €147.62 instead of €167.34), this undistinguished Toscana IGT is expensive for its rank despite the real crossed-out price.
Detailed profile (cherry, wild berries, plum, tobacco, minerality), serving at 16-18 °C and precise pairings with grilled meats, sauces and semi-hard cheeses.
Sofia Ricasoli estate located in Gaiole in Chianti; separate vinification by vintage and aging in 30 hl barrels for about 8 months, no organic mention.
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Comment on noteThe wine
Imagine yourself in the heart of Tuscany, where every glass tells a story. This Toscana IGT N.01 from Sofia Ricasoli is the story I want to share with you, an authentic and unpretentious expression of its terroir. It invites you on a sensory journey, a moment of purity and conviviality.
It is in Gaiole in Chianti, in the heart of Brolio, that Sofia Ricasoli cultivates her vines. This estate, rooted in a centuries-old winemaking tradition, gives birth to wines that respect the identity of their land. This N.01 is a blend of Sangiovese and Merlot, two grape varieties that complement each other to offer a symphony of flavors. The grapes are vinified separately by vintage, a special attention that allows each component to express its full potential before the final blend.
In your glass, you will discover an intense, clear red color, a promise of beautiful liveliness. On the nose, this wine envelops you with notes of ripe cherry, wild berries and plum, enhanced by subtle herbaceous touches and a hint of tobacco. A discreet minerality completes this aromatic bouquet. On the palate, the N.01 offers remarkable balance. The tannins are present but perfectly integrated, and a beautiful acidity maintains a pleasant freshness. The progression is linear, discreet, inviting tasting without heaviness, a true simple and deep pleasure.
This Toscana IGT N.01 is an invitation to conviviality. I recommend it with traditional Italian dishes, especially grilled meats that will highlight its character. It will also pair wonderfully with flavorful sauces and semi-hard cheeses. Serve it slightly chilled to bring out all its aromas, and let it enhance your moments of sharing. It is a wine that does not seek opulence, but the truth of the fruit and the terroir, a hidden gem of Tuscany that you will love.
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