Masi, Serego Alighieri, PoderiBellovile, Tuscany, Italy, Red, 75cl

Description

Made from a blend of Sangiovese, Canaiolo and Ciliegiolo grapes grown in the Cinigiano hills on the Poderi del Bello Ovile estate. Masi’s purchase of this estate in collaboration with Conti Serego Alighieri marks the return of the descendants of the poet Dante to Tuscany, their land of origin, after an unbroken experience acquiring expertise in winemaking in Valpolicella following the purchase of estates there in 1353.

Intense red colour with very complex nose of ripe berry fruit liquorice, blackberries and notes of violet, vanilla, black olives and dry maraschino cherry.  Very full and generous in the mouth with ripe tinnins adn long finish. A very intense, complex and elegant wine which reflects the typicity of Tuscany.

Producer: Masi

Region: Tuscany

Country: Italy

Color: Red

Grape Varieties: Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Ciliegiolo

Tasting notes:

Appearance: Deep ruby red with violet reflections.

Nose: Strong berry fruit and liquorice.

Palate: Firm and richly fruity, but soft and well-balanced at the same time. Plums and sweet spices. Delicate with a long finish.

Food pairing: A big wine, but very versatile at table thanks to its extreme softness. Goes well with pasta dishes with meat sauce, roast and grilled meat, especially lamb.

Serving temperature: 18°C

Alcoholic content: 13% abv