Avignonesi Toscana IGT 50&50 2019

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Avignonesi
Label Name:
 
Toscana IGT 50&50
Vintage:
 
2019
Country:
 
Italy
Region:
 
Tuscany (Toscana IGT).
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
50% Sangiovese, 50% Merlot.
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 94; Wine Advocate (Robert Parker) 94; Vinous 93; Wine Spectator 93; Wine & Spirits 92

Tasting Note
Deep ruby with purple hues. Aromas of red berries, black cherry, blueberry, undergrowth and sweet spice; silky texture, ripe fruit, balanced tannins and a long, soft finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled steak, roast lamb, tomato-based pasta, aged pecorino or Parmigiano-Reggiano. Asian: Korean BBQ, hoisin- or char-siu pork, mushroom stir-fry, miso-glazed aubergine.

Production Method
Merlot: controlled-temperature fermentation and 20–25 days skin maceration; Sangiovese: 8–10 days on the marc. Merlot aged in 225L barriques (~24 months); Sangiovese in barriques and 30 hl vats. Blended and bottled.

Vineyard Info
Produced by Avignonesi (Montepulciano) in collaboration with Capannelle (Gaiole in Chianti); joint project begun in 1988 crafting a 50/50 Merlot–Sangiovese Tuscan IGT.