“La Ricolma” Merlot di Toscana IGT 2021 (BIO)

San Giusto a Rentennano | Tuscany
Fattoria San Giusto a Rentennano| Loc. S.G. a Rentennano | IT 53013 Gaiole in Chianti

29572621 · 0,75 l · 212,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping8 units available
Limitation of 2 articles per customer

After a year's break (2020 was not produced), one of Italy's rarest Merlots is back at the start: the inviting aroma is almost reminiscent of a Burgundy, with notes of raspberries and, only with time, the typical black forest berries and a delicate peppery spiciness. A generous variety of flavours on the palate, power and depth combined with finesse and elegance. Not at all furry, but harmonious, beautifully rounded by ripe, silky tannins and very long. A real rarity - if only because only around 5,000 bottles were filled and it is therefore hardly ever tasted. SUPERIORE.DE

"A dense red, this displays plum, blackberry, black currant, cedar, tobacco, iron and wild rosemary aromas and flavors. This is also sleek and well-defined courtesy of its vivid acidity. The tannins are finely wrought, and the aftertaste extends with fruit, mineral and savory elements." Wine Spectator

"The San Giusto a Rentennano 2021 La Ricolma from organic farming, one of Italy's most popular Merlots, is characterised by very bright fruit notes reminiscent of sweet cherry and crème de cassis. These gently ripe fruit flavours are accompanied by sweet spices and smoked tobacco. On the palate, the wine is powerful, partly due to the 15% alcohol content, but it also envelops the senses with soft tannins and rich concentration." Wine Advocate

"The La Ricolma 2021 is a massive, brooding wine. Huge swathes of tannin wrap themselves around a core of dark fruit, leather and liquorice." Vinous