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A Maremma Toscana DOC from the Le Mortelle estate, in Castiglione della Pescaia, blending Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Carménère, aged 16 months in French oak. Main reservation: no distinction mentioned and a price of €68.40 for 75 cl, high for a simple DOC.
Maremma Toscana DOC appellation and Castiglione della Pescaia zone named, but a blend of Bordeaux grape varieties (Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon, Carménère) with no connection to the described terroir.
No award or guide mentioned; producer Le Mortelle named but with no reputation attested in the sources.
At €68.40 for 75 cl, a high price for a DOC without distinction; the 1.5 L large format and the strikethrough price are favorable indicators.
Specific pairings (red meats, game, rich pasta, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving temperature of 16-18 °C indicated.
Le Mortelle estate located, manual harvesting, fermentation at 28 °C, 20-day maceration, malolactic fermentation in barrel and 16 months of aging in French oak.
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
I invite you to discover a wine that embodies the discreet elegance of Tuscany, far from clichés. Poggio alle Nane is not a wine that shouts its power, but rather a symphony of flavors where every note finds its rightful place, promising you a tasting experience full of finesse.
This wine comes to us from the Le Mortelle estate, nestled in the heart of the Tuscan Maremma, a region where the land meets the sea, offering a unique microclimate. It is on the vigneti Poggio alle Nane, in Castiglione della Pescaia, that these exceptional grape varieties are born. Composed mainly of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, with a small touch of Carménère, this 2023 vintage is the fruit of meticulous work.
`The harvest is done by hand, guaranteeing the selection of the best clusters. Fermentation takes place at 28°C, followed by maceration for about 20 days. Malolactic fermentation occurs in barrique, prior to 16 months of aging in French oak barrels. In the glass, you will discover a rich and deep color. The nose reveals perceptible aromas of ripe black and red fruits, accompanied by notes of vanilla, tobacco and a hint of eucalyptus and cocoa. On the palate, this wine offers a gustatory framework where the tannins are perfectly integrated, without excess, and where the structure invites a slow appreciation of its nuances. It showcases a subtle balance between fruit, acidity and body, favoring elegant measure over ostentatious force.`.
This wine is an ideal companion for moments of sharing and elaborate meals. I advise you to serve it at a moderate temperature, so that it can express all its complexity. It will pair wonderfully well with roasted red meats, game, rich pasta dishes or even aged cheeses. Imagine it alongside a beef fillet or a wild boar stew, or even with a mushroom risotto. The Magnum format, often offered, promotes slower evolution and promises a prolonged tasting, perfect for celebrating a special occasion or simply for the pleasure of sharing a great wine. It is an invitation to slowness and discovery, a wine that will speak to you of its terroir with rare elegance.
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