'Guardiavigna' Podere Forte

Toscana IGT • Tuscany • Podere Forte
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Podere Forte
Region
Tuscany
Denomination
Toscana IGT
Alcohol
15%
Vinification
Spontaneous alcoholic fermentation in French oak vats and malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels
Aging
18 mesi in barrique di rovere francese e 15 mesi in bottiglia
Grape varieties
Cabernet Franc 45%, Merlot 45%, Petit Verdot 10%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

Hailing from Tuscany, this wine offers an authentic taste of the local terroir. Its 15% alcohol content underpins a rich, muscular structure. Crafted from Cabernet Franc 45%, Merlot 45%, Petit Verdot 10%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards on clay-limestone soils. Vinification: spontaneous alcoholic fermentation in French oak vats and malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels. The wine is aged 18 mesi in barrique di rovere francese e 15 mesi in bottiglia. A wine reflecting Tuscany's renowned terroir with elegant tannin structure and aging potential.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs

About Tuscany Wine Region

Tuscany is Italy's most celebrated wine region, home to legendary denominations like Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.

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