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Rouge de Maremme du Sud signé Fattoria Aldobrandesca, Malbec de Sovana élevé dix mois en barrique, aux arômes de fruits noirs, tabac et chocolat. Limite : IGT générique, sans récompense ni mention de bio, et 15 % vol. à surveiller à table.
IGT sans mention de sous-zone ni de cépages toscans : Malbec seul, à Sovana en Maremme del Sud ; ancrage géographique réel mais appellation générique.
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26,19 € au lieu de 31,03 € pour un IGT de Maremme du Sud : prix barré réel, cohérent avec une appellation simple sans distinction.
Accords précis (viandes rouges rôties, gibier, pâtes en sauce, fromages affinés), profil aromatique détaillé et service à 16–18 °C.
Domaine nommé et situé à Sovana ; macération froide 3–4 jours, fermentation à 30 °C et environ 10 mois en barrique précisés.
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Comment on noteThe wine
Imagine yourself in the heart of the Maremma, where the land tells millennial stories. The Vie Cave 2023 from Fattoria Aldobrandesca is not a wine that shouts its presence, but rather an elegant whisper, an invitation to discover an authentic Tuscany without artifice.
This wine is born in the south of the Maremma, near Sovana, a land steeped in Etruscan history, where the "Vie Cave" – these paths carved into the tuff – bear witness to a rich past. The Fattoria Aldobrandesca, rooted in this landscape, cultivates Malbec, a grape variety that finds a particular expression here, far from clichés.
From the very first glance, its discreet ruby color seduces you. On the nose, I perceive aromas of small red and black fruits, a touch of vanilla and spices, with deeper nuances of tobacco, chocolate and even a hint of mint. On the palate, this wine reveals itself as frank and balanced. You will find a medium-bodied structure, soft tannins, and a linear persistence that will leave you with a pleasant fruity sensation, lifted by a light earthy note. It is a wine that does not seek flashiness, but sincerity, allowing you to appreciate the freshness and harmony of the whole.
The Vie Cave 2023 is a wine for sharing, perfect for simple and convivial moments. I recommend it with roasted red meats, game or pasta in sauce. It also pairs wonderfully with aged cheeses. Serve it at a not too high temperature to enhance its freshness, and don't hesitate to let it breathe for a few minutes in your glass; it will only be better. It is the ideal Tuscan red for those looking for a sober and functional expression, a perfect companion for everyday meals or evenings with friends.