What kind of wine is Toscana IGT 'Il Guercio' 2022 - Carleone?

Toscana IGT 'Il Guercio' 2022 - Carleone is a red wine of great personality, the fruit of the mastery of Tenuta di Carleone, in the heart of Radda in Chianti. It is made from 100% Sangiovese grapes, one of Tuscany's most representative varieties, grown organically on soils rich in galestro and alberese, typical of the area. The result is a medium-bodied wine, elegant and balanced, which best expresses the freshness and finesse of high-altitude Sangiovese.

Vintage Details

The 2022 vintage in Tuscany was characterized by balanced climatic conditions, with warm, dry days alternating with cool nights. This temperature excursion allowed the grapes to ripen slowly, preserving intense aromas and natural acidity. The grapes from Radda in Chianti thus reached an ideal concentration, yielding a pleasantly harmonious and lively wine.

Winemaking and Aging

After careful manual harvesting, the grapes ferment spontaneously, thanks to the native yeasts naturally present on the skins. This method allows the authenticity of the fruit and the connection to the territory to be maintained. This is followed by prolonged maceration, during which the must remains in contact with the skins to extract color, aromas, and tannins. The wine then ages for about 12 months in raw concrete tanks, a neutral material that allows for delicate micro-oxygenation, giving it softness and depth without the influence of wood.

Tasting Notes

Toscana IGT 'Il Guercio' 2022 - Carleone is an honest red, with a fresh and refined profile, capable of combining immediacy and complexity.

Color

It presents a beautiful luminous ruby red, with violet reflections that recall the youth and vitality of the wine.

Nose

The bouquet is fragrant and inviting, with notes of crisp cherry, raspberry, and floral hints of violet. Delicate nuances of aromatic herbs and light mineral undertones follow, typical of the Radda terroir.

Palate

On the palate, it is smooth, juicy, and vibrant. The tannins, fine and well-integrated, support the structure without being aggressive. The freshness accompanies the sip for a long time, making the finish persistent and pleasantly savory. It is a wine that conquers with its balance and drinkability.

Food Pairings for Toscana IGT 'Il Guercio' 2022 - Carleone

Perfect for accompanying Tuscan cuisine and the most genuine everyday dishes. Here are some suggested pairings:

• Appetizers of Tuscan cured meats and medium-aged pecorino cheeses
• Pasta with meat ragu or pici cacio e pepe
• Roast poultry or grilled white meats
• Rustic legume soups or ribollita

It is also a wine suitable for informal aperitifs or an evening shared with friends, where conviviality takes center stage.

Storage and Aging: How to store Toscana IGT 'Il Guercio' 2022 - Carleone

To best preserve the characteristics of Toscana IGT 'Il Guercio' 2022 - Carleone, it is recommended to store it horizontally, in a cool, dark environment with controlled humidity. The ideal temperature is between 12 and 16°C. While it is an enjoyable wine to drink young due to its freshness and drinkability, it can evolve positively for 4-6 years, developing more complex aromatic nuances and greater softness on the palate. An authentic, modern wine true to the Chianti tradition, designed for those seeking a quality Tuscan red to enjoy with naturalness and pleasure.