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Hidden Tuscany Rating
This Toscana IGT from the Luce estate blends Sangiovese and Merlot in Montalcino, with 22 days of maceration and 24 months of aging in barrique. Its main reserve lies in the price of €111.81 for an IGT with no distinction mentioned.
The IGT remains generic, but the Montalcino area (Siena) and the Sangiovese e Merlot grape varieties are named; the local anchoring of the blend is not explained.
No awards or guides are mentioned; the producer Luce is named but without any attested distinction, which limits the score.
At €111.81 for an IGT with no distinction, the price is high for the appellation described, even though the crossed-out price of €157.03 is indicated.
Four pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses, primi piatti), a detailed aromatic profile and a serving temperature of 18–20 °C support the score.
Luce estate located in Montalcino; fermentation in cement, 22 days of maceration and 24 months of aging in barrique are specified, with no mention of organic.
Independent rating, calculated from the property's public information and traveler reviews. Commissions received on bookings are not included in the rating.
Comment on noteThe wine
Imagine for a moment the gentle Tuscan light caressing the hills of Montalcino. It is from there that this wine comes to us, a modern and bold expression of tradition, where elegance meets power. It is the fruit of a vision, that of the Luce estate, which dares to marry two souls to create a new one.
Nestled in the heart of the province of Siena, in Montalcino, the Luce estate has forged a reputation for excellence. It is here, on these blessed lands, that this Toscana IGT is born, an appellation that offers creative freedom allowing new paths to be explored. This wine is a harmonious blend of Sangiovese, the king of Tuscan grape varieties, and Merlot, bringing complementary roundness and suppleness.
At first glance, its color envelops you in a deep, intense red. On the nose, I perceive captivating aromas of blackberry and mulberry, interwoven with delicate notes of violet and subtle flowers. A touch of sweet spices perfects this complex bouquet. On the palate, it reveals an elegant structure and a beautiful persistence, the fruit of meticulous winemaking. Fermentation takes place in cement vats, followed by 22 days of maceration. The malolactic fermentation and aging, lasting 24 months, take place in barriques, giving the wine its complexity and finesse.
This Luce Toscana IGT is a wine that invites sharing and celebration. I warmly recommend it to accompany characterful dishes. Imagine it alongside grilled red meats, a flavorful game dish, or aged cheeses that will reveal all its nuances. It will also be an excellent partner for rich, elaborate primi piatti. It is a bottle to give as a gift, thanks to its careful presentation, or to enjoy during a special dinner, to mark a convivial moment. Let yourself be carried away by this symphony of flavors, a true invitation to travel to the heart of Tuscany.
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