{"product_id":"toscana-rosso-igt-50-50-2019-avignonesi","title":"Toscana Rosso IGT “50 \u0026 50” 2019 - Avignonesi","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Toscana Rosso IGT “50 \u0026amp; 50” 2019 - Avignonesi\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eToscana Rosso IGT “50 \u0026amp; 50” 2019 - Avignonesi\u003c\/strong\u003e is an icon of Supertuscans, born from the union of two Tuscan excellences: \u003cstrong\u003e50% Sangiovese\u003c\/strong\u003e from the vineyards of Capannelle in Chianti Classico and \u003cstrong\u003e50% Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e cultivated by Avignonesi in the lands of Montepulciano.\nThis 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 \u003cstrong\u003egreat balance, structure, and elegance\u003c\/strong\u003e, among the most representative of modern Tuscany.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 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.\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eToscana Rosso IGT “50 \u0026amp; 50” 2019 - Avignonesi\u003c\/strong\u003e stands out for its harmony and depth: a vintage capable of combining freshness and power.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe production process follows tradition but with a touch of modernity. The two grape masses are vinified separately:\n- \u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e in stainless steel vats at controlled temperature, to preserve the purest aromas of the grape.\n- \u003cstrong\u003eMaceration\u003c\/strong\u003e on the skins for about 20-25 days, to extract color, tannins, and complexity.\nSubsequently, the wine ages for \u003cstrong\u003e24 months in French oak barriques\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by an additional year of aging in the bottle, which polishes the tannins and amplifies the aromatic nuances.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nTo the eye, the Toscana Rosso IGT “50 \u0026amp; 50” 2019 - Avignonesi shows an \u003cstrong\u003eintense ruby red\u003c\/strong\u003e with subtle garnet reflections, a sign of its structure and evolution in wood.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 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.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTaste\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, it is \u003cstrong\u003ebroad, soft, and persistent\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairings for Toscana Rosso IGT “50 \u0026amp; 50” 2019 - Avignonesi\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis Supertuscan is perfect to accompany Tuscan cuisine and richer meat dishes.\nExcellent pairings include:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled or stewed red meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeef fillet with green pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted or braised game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged cheeses such as Tuscan Pecorino or Parmigiano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nAlso ideal to be enjoyed on its own, as a meditation wine for special occasions.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging: how to store Toscana Rosso IGT “50 \u0026amp; 50” 2019 - Avignonesi\u003c\/h2\u003e\nTo best preserve its characteristics, Toscana Rosso IGT “50 \u0026amp; 50” 2019 - Avignonesi should be stored in a \u003cstrong\u003edark and cool environment\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a constant temperature between 12 and 16°C and humidity around 70%.\nIt is advisable to keep the bottle horizontally to keep the cork moist and ensure an airtight seal.\nThanks to its structure and the balance between acidity and tannin, this wine has \u003cstrong\u003eexcellent aging potential\u003c\/strong\u003e, capable of evolving elegantly for at least 15-20 years, developing increasingly complex and refined notes.","brand":"Avignonesi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52415350997331,"sku":"T04-A040-2019-05","price":148.2,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/toscana-rosso-igt-50-50-2019-avignonesi.jpg?v=1764414516","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/toscana-rosso-igt-50-50-2019-avignonesi","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}