Country: Italy
Region: Tuscany
Percentage by volume: 13.5%
Producer: Castello del Terriccio is one of the largest agricultural estates in Tuscany (province of Pisa) with its own microclimate: the approximately 1700 hectares extend from the northern end of the Maremma to the Tyrrhenian Sea. The vineyards enjoy a south-southwest exposure with the warming and luminous effect of the sea. The Mediterranean scrub and the eucalyptus trees that grow all around not only protect the grapes from the wind, but also give them those fragrances and aromas that characterize the wines of Terriccio.
Description: Tassinaia - Its name comes from the stony vineyards as well as from the estate "Le Tassinaie". This cuvée exudes spicy as well as floral aromas on the nose, accompanied by cassis and cherries, plus sweet vanilla and subtle licorice notes. On the palate, the Tuscan starts with a powerful attack. It shows opulent, fleshy, with wonderful, rich tannins and a beautiful melt. The red fruit aromas are joined by spicy aromas reminiscent of pepper, noble smoke and eucalyptus.
Grape Variety: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon.
Vinification: Long maceration
To be enjoyed with: Latin American cui...
Country: Italy
Region: Tuscany
Percentage by volume: 13.5%
Producer: Castello del Terriccio is one of the largest agricultural estates in Tuscany (province of Pisa) with its own microclimate: the approximately 1700 hectares extend from the northern end of the Maremma to the Tyrrhenian Sea. The vineyards enjoy a south-southwest exposure with the warming and luminous effect of the sea. The Mediterranean scrub and the eucalyptus trees that grow all around not only protect the grapes from the wind, but also give them those fragrances and aromas that characterize the wines of Terriccio.
Description: Tassinaia - Its name comes from the stony vineyards as well as from the estate "Le Tassinaie". This cuvée exudes spicy as well as floral aromas on the nose, accompanied by cassis and cherries, plus sweet vanilla and subtle licorice notes. On the palate, the Tuscan starts with a powerful attack. It shows opulent, fleshy, with wonderful, rich tannins and a beautiful melt. The red fruit aromas are joined by spicy aromas reminiscent of pepper, noble smoke and eucalyptus.
Grape Variety: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon.
Vinification: Long maceration
To be enjoyed with: Latin American cuisine, Brasato di manzo al Barolo, Goulash, Boeuf bourguignon, Oven-baked lamb gigot, Scaloppine di vitello al limone, Mushroom stew.
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