What kind of wine is Toscana Rosso IGT “50 & 50” 2019 - Avignonesi

The Toscana Rosso IGT “50 & 50” 2019 - Avignonesi is an icon of Supertuscans, born from the union of two Tuscan excellences: 50% Sangiovese from the vineyards of Capannelle in Chianti Classico and 50% Merlot cultivated by Avignonesi in the lands of Montepulciano. This Tuscan red wine embodies the best of both varieties: the elegant, fruity, and lively character of Sangiovese and the full, seductive softness of Merlot. The result is a wine of great balance, structure, and elegance, among the most representative of modern Tuscany.

Vintage details

The 2019 vintage in Tuscany was balanced and of great quality. After a rainy winter and a mild spring, the summer offered ideal temperatures and good day-night temperature excursions. The grapes reached perfect ripeness, with healthy bunches rich in sugars, favoring intense aromatic expression and a fine tannic structure. The Toscana Rosso IGT “50 & 50” 2019 - Avignonesi stands out for its harmony and depth: a vintage capable of combining freshness and power.

Winemaking and aging

The production process follows tradition but with a touch of modernity. The two grape masses are vinified separately: - Fermentation in stainless steel vats at controlled temperature, to preserve the purest aromas of the grape. - Maceration on the skins for about 20-25 days, to extract color, tannins, and complexity. Subsequently, the wine ages for 24 months in French oak barriques, followed by an additional year of aging in the bottle, which polishes the tannins and amplifies the aromatic nuances.

Tasting notes

Color

To the eye, the Toscana Rosso IGT “50 & 50” 2019 - Avignonesi shows an intense ruby red with subtle garnet reflections, a sign of its structure and evolution in wood.

Nose

The nose opens with great complexity: ripe red fruits, cherry, plum, and notes of blackberry. Aging in barrique adds nuances of sweet spices, cocoa, and tobacco. With oxygenation, balsamic hints and a pleasant touch of vanilla emerge.

Taste

On the palate, it is broad, soft, and persistent. The Merlot provides roundness and warmth, while the Sangiovese guarantees freshness and liveliness. The tannins are elegant and well-integrated, providing balance and a long fruity and spicy finish.

Food pairings for Toscana Rosso IGT “50 & 50” 2019 - Avignonesi

This Supertuscan is perfect to accompany Tuscan cuisine and richer meat dishes. Excellent pairings include:

• Grilled or stewed red meats
• Beef fillet with green pepper
• Roasted or braised game
• Aged cheeses such as Tuscan Pecorino or Parmigiano

Also ideal to be enjoyed on its own, as a meditation wine for special occasions.

Storage and aging: how to store Toscana Rosso IGT “50 & 50” 2019 - Avignonesi

To best preserve its characteristics, Toscana Rosso IGT “50 & 50” 2019 - Avignonesi should be stored in a dark and cool environment, with a constant temperature between 12 and 16°C and humidity around 70%. It is advisable to keep the bottle horizontally to keep the cork moist and ensure an airtight seal. Thanks to its structure and the balance between acidity and tannin, this wine has excellent aging potential, capable of evolving elegantly for at least 15-20 years, developing increasingly complex and refined notes.