Lamaione IGT, Frescobaldi, Tuscany, Italy
Italy
750 ml
€93.40
- Varietal
- Merlot
- Region
- Tuscany
Tasting notes
An intense and impenetrable ruby-red colour. The nose reveals wonderful hints of cherry jam and plum. Notes of rhubarb, graphite, dark chocolate, liquorice and roasted coffee are also intriguing. It is warm, soft and well-rounded when tasted. Dense while silky-smooth at the same time, the tannins are truly remarkable.
Vinification
With its marine clay-rich soils and south-western exposure, the Lamaione vineyard is located 300 metres above sea level. The Merlot grapes were carefully selected, hand-picked and placed in crates. Once at the cellar, the grapes were destemmed and sorted by hand. Fermentation took place at a controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks.
Ageing
24 months in 80% new French oak barriques, followed by a further ageing period of 12 months in the bottle.
Food pairing
Excellent on its own or with steak, game and ripe cheeses.
