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Morellino di Scansano DOCG 2023 from Melini, sangiovese from Scansano (Grosseto), fermented in steel and aged at least one year, sold for €10.55. No distinction or mention of organic or manual harvesting is specified.
DOCG Morellino di Scansano, sangiovese (Morellino) and the Scansano/Grosseto zone are named: precise appellation consistent with the Maremma.
No distinction or guide is mentioned for this Morellino; the producer Melini is named but its reputation is not attested.
At €10.55 per bottle, with a crossed-out price of €12.94, this DOCG remains at the lower end of the usual range for its appellation.
Specific pairings (red meats, arrosti, aged cheeses), a red fruit-spice-balsamic profile and serving at 16-18 °C: food pairing is easy.
Melini named, steel fermentation, skin maceration and aging of at least 1 year specified; neither organic nor manual harvesting mentioned.
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Comment on noteThe wine
Let me guide you to an authentic gem of Tuscany, a wine that whispers the history and richness of Maremma. This Morellino di Scansano from Melini is an encounter with the very essence of a vibrant terroir, an invitation to discovery.
We are in Scansano, in the heart of the Maremma grossetana, a region where Sangiovese, here called Morellino, finds a unique expression. The Melini estate, with its history and intimate knowledge of this territory, cultivates these vines with passion. This wine is the fruit of fermentation in steel tanks, followed by maceration on the skins, a method that preserves the freshness and intensity of the fruit, before aging for at least one year.
When you pour this Morellino di Scansano, you are struck by its intense ruby red color, dotted with purplish reflections, a promise of liveliness. On the nose, a rich and complex bouquet offers itself to you: notes of ripe red fruits, such as cherry and plum, mingle with spicy nuances and a light herbaceous touch, bringing depth. On the palate, the balance is remarkable, the tannins are supple and well integrated, supporting a medium structure. The typical acidity of Sangiovese is perfectly dosed, offering beautiful freshness. The finish is long, fruity, recalling the aromas perceived on the nose, with a balsamic touch that adds to its complexity.
This Morellino di Scansano is an ideal table companion. Imagine it alongside grilled red meats, a flavorful roast, or aged cheeses. Its versatility will allow you to enjoy it with pasta in meat sauce as well. It is a wine suited both to convivial meals and to moments of meditation, where you take the time to savor every nuance. Let yourself be tempted by this authentic expression of Tuscany, a wine that tells a story with every sip.