“Belguardo” Ciliegiolo Maremma Toscana IGT 2024

Tenuta Belguardo | Mazzei | Tuscany
Belguardo S.r.l. Agr. | Loc. Montebottigli | VIII° Zona | IT 58100 Grosseto

09523024 · 0,75 l · 21,20 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

The little cherry. The name reveals its personality: this autochthonous Maremma variety openly bears its flavour in its name, and it means business. Ciliegiolo was at home in Maremma for a long time, but then fell out of fashion because Cabernet and Sangiovese virtually monopolised the region's attention. Now it is returning – and Belguardo is one of the first houses to take it seriously again. The vineyards are situated at 100 metres, west-facing, on sandy Arenaria soils with a fine pebble content. The western exposure gives the wine a freshness and lightness that cannot be taken for granted in the Maremma. Francesco Mazzei describes it as "exceptionally lively and fresh – and surprisingly deep at the same time."

Bright ruby red colour. Intense marasca cherry, Mediterranean scrub and a hint of fresh herbs on the nose. Lively, fruity and pleasantly fresh on the palate – a red wine that doesn't want to be heavy and doesn't need to be. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brilliant ruby red colour with a violet hue and delicate rim brightening. Very fruity on the nose, reminiscent of juicy cherries and raspberries, with some violets behind it. Also fruity on the palate, harmonious structure, medium length." Falstaff

"The nose features a mix of tart, sweet and sour cherries and berries, plus undertones of mandarin blossom, leather and dirt. Herbs accentuate the dirt element on the palate, but tart Rainier cherries and a bit more sweet citrus are the stars. Grippy, clay-like tannins provide structure." Wine Enthusiast

"A very peppery wine that’s vinous and floral. The exuberant nose is supported by a light body and a super-juicy palate that’s fresh and crunchy. Chill before drinking." James Suckling