Winemaker Notes
Tenuta la Badiola “642” Maremma Toscana Rosso gets its name from the wine’s combination of grape varietals and its geographic location. The wine is comprised of 6 grapes – Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Syrah, Sangiovese and Grenache. The “42” refers to the latitude and location of the vineyard in the southern coastal Tuscan region known as the Maremma. The grapes are organically farmed and vinified, but are not certified organic.
On the nose, aromas of wild berry fruits, like blackberries and dried plum, yield to richer impressions of candied fruit and dark chocolate. Rich and full bodied in the mouth, this wine has tannins that are perfectly balanced and well-integrated. A lively acidity brightens the palate and the long-lived, delicious finish is silky and smooth.
Pairs well with game, steak, and roasted meats as well as aged cheeses.
Legendary in Italy for its Renaissance art and striking landscape, Tuscany is also home to many of the country’s best red wines. Sangiovese reigns supreme here, as either the single varietal, or a dominant player, in almost all of Tuscany’s best.
A remarkable Chianti, named for its region of origin, will have a bright acidity, supple tannins and plenty of cherry fruit character. From the hills and valleys surrounding the medieval village of Montalcino, come the distinguished and age-worthy wines based on Brunello (Sangiovese). Earning global acclaim since the 1970s, the Tuscan Blends are composed solely of international grape varieties or a mix of international and Sangiovese. The wine called Vine Nobile di Montepulciano, composed of Prognolo Gentile (Sangiovese) and is recognized both for finesse and power.