 Toscana is the most important wine-producing  region in central Italy. Known as Etruria in antiquity, the region maintained a political and economic strength that has kept Tuscan wines at the forefront since medieval times. Thanks to meticulous records kept by Florentine bankers between the 11th and 14th centuries, when Italians were migrating in record numbers to the cities, we know the importance of wine in their everyday lives. In 1282, the wine guild Arti Dei Vinattieri was formed and soon after created strict guidelines insisting on cleanliness and exact regulations1.
For example, a wine shop could not cater to children less than 15 years of age and  had to be located at least 100 yards from a church. Tuscany was then known for a red wine called vino vermihlio. In the late 14th century, there is a mention of Brunello from the town of Montalcino, and the two whites Vernaccia and Trebbiano. Dante refers to Vernaccia when describing Pope Martin IV purging himself in purgatory2.
For years the symbols that represent Tuscany in the western world have been the typical Chianti bottle ("fiasco") and the black cock ("gallo nero"). In the Etruscan language, "clante" meant water, which later became Chianti. Origins of the "gallo nero" are seeded in the 13th century, when the republics of Florence and Siena disputed over territorial frontiers and sent knights toward each other on horseback. The border was marked when their respective cocks crowed (Siena had a white cock and the Florentines had a black one). The confine was established at Castellina, a few kilometers from Siena. Later, the black cock became the symbol of the "Lega del Chianti."
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1 Robinson, Jancis. The Oxford Companion to Wine. Oxford University Press, N.Y., N.Y. 1994 (p.721)
2 Robinson, Jancis. The Oxford Companion to Wine. Oxford University Press, N.Y., N.Y. 1994 (p.721)
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Garnet
TASTE: The Assolati winery is located in an area considered the new frontier of the Italian Wine Industry, the foot of Mount Amaita in the Grosseto zone (Southern Tuscany), and the practice of accepting lower production in exchange for higher quality articulates their progressive philosophy. Perfectly suited to the microclimate of the winery, the Sangiovese variety produces a fruit driven, intense red with excellent structure, and a balanced, persistent finish. 10 months in French oak barriques and 6 months in the bottle make this elegant wine a perfect match with tomato or ragu based pastas, barbequed red meats, white meats and game. |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Garnet Red with Violet Highlights
TASTE: The Assolati winery is located in an area considered the new frontier of the Italian Wine Industry, the foot of Mount Amiata in the Grosseto zone (Southern Tuscany), and the practice of accepting lower production in exchange for higher quality articulates this progressive philosophy. This red is produced exclusively during vintage years, crafted from 100% Sangiovese grape requiring an extensive and meticulous process to truly express the strong characteristics and natural elegance of the varietal. Sangiovese riserva spends for 18 months in French oak barriques and 6 months in the bottle creating the strong body and smooth taste that makes a perfect match with roasted or stewed meats, and game. |
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Dessert Wine: |
 GRAPE: Trebbiano and Malvasia
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Amber with gold highlights
TASTE: A non-vintage Vin Santo obtained by blending several vintages to produce a user-friendly style. Utilizing the white grapes of Chianti, drying before pressing, and aging in the special “Chiaretta” barrels gives this wine the distinct characteristics of Vin Santo. A slightly sweeter style is complimented by the distinct nuances of almonds and hazelnuts, vanilla, and oak tones followed by a silky smooth finish. Great as an after dinner drink with Cantucci (biscotti), gelato, and fruit pies. |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: 95% Sangiovese and 5% Canaiolo
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Garnet
TASTE: Azienda Agricola Borgo Salcetino, located in the heart of the Chianti Classico area; Radda in Chianti, is characterized by serpentine hills, whose slopes are in the gradual but complete process of being refurbished and replanted. Only new clones of Sangiovese and Cannaiolo are being used to produce this aromatic, fruit forward red with intense cherry and raspberry fruit on the nose and a full body followed by velvety tannins derived from 10 months of barrique aging. Excellent with grilled meats, game, typical Italian cold cuts such as finocchiona as well as aged cheeses. |
 GRAPE: 95% Sangiovese and 5% Canaiolo
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Intense Garnet
TASTE: Azienda Agricola Borgo Salcetino, located in the heart of the Chianti Classico area; Radda in Chianti, is characterized by serpentine hills, whose slopes are in the gradual but complete process of being refurbished and replanted. Only new clones of Sangiovese and Cannaiolo are being used to produce this aromatic, intense red showing flavors ranging from licorice and vanilla to blackberry fruit on the nose followed by a full body and a velvety, tannic finish derived from 24 months of barrique aging. Excellent with ragout based pasta dishes, grilled red & white meats, game and typical Italian cold cuts such as finocchiona as well as aged cheeses. |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese 70% and /Merlot 30%
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Intense Garnet
TASTE: Azienda Agricola Borgo Salcetino, located in the heart of the Chianti Classico area; Radda in Chianti, is characterized by serpentine hills, whose slopes are in the gradual but complete process of being refurbished and replanted. An intensely aromatic red, ranging from blackberry to ripe cherry fruit on the nose, with a full body, soft tannins and a long, elegant finish derived from 14 months of barrique aging coupled with a 12 months bottle fining. Excellent with ragout based pasta dishes, grilled red & white meats, game and typical Italian cold cuts such as finocchiona as well as aged cheeses. |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese Grosso
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Ruby Red
TASTE: Aged two years in the barrel and refined one year in the bottle, this red, from the town of Montalcino, is the Pacenti family’s everyday wine. The dark berry fruit up front is backed by the medium body and layered on the finish with tobacco, spice, and oak. This is a wine to compliment any meal, but best suited with Tuscan cuisine; for example, Pappardelle with meat ragu, roast game, and sausage. |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese Grosso
REGION:Toscana
COLOR:Brick Red with Violet Tones
TASTE:An easy drinking, “new world,” style from a traditional family of winemakers. This wine balances the burnt plum fruit on the tip of your tongue with the moderate earth tones on the mid-palate and the tobacco oak flavors on the finish. Sangiovese Grosso is a distant relative to the Sangiovese in Chianti and is aged for three years in the barrel and two years in the bottle to become Brunello. |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: 100% Sangiovese Grosso
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Brick Red
TASTE: The taste is fresh and dry, very balanced, it emits some agreeable flavourings of wood-fruits, violet and cherry. It has to be served at a temperature between 16-18°C, matching it with first dishes with meat sauces, roast red and white meats, seasoned cheeses. |
 GRAPE: 100% Sangiovese Grosso
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Brick Red
TASTE: The taste is warm and with great harmony, the body is full and with a long persistence. This wine has some undergrowth and small fruits flavours; inkling to caramel and spices. It is matched with savoury dishes, roast red meats and games, seasoned and savoury cheeses. This wine has to be served at a temperature of 18°C, taking care to open the bottle 2 hours before pouring it. |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: 50% Sangiovese, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Deep and intense
AROMA: Dark berry fruit driven.
FRUIT FLAVOR/MOUTH FEEL: Symphony of notes that run from vanilla to coffee, dark chocolate to berries to leather, warm and austere.
STRUCTURE/BODY: Full-bodied, balanced.
FINISH: Well-integrated tannins and excellent aromatic persistence.
MENU PAIRING: This red ages well for over 10 years and pairs well with haute cuisine meat dishes, baked leg of lamb, game, grilled t-bone steak and rich cheeses |
 GRAPE: 50% Sangiovese, 50% Cabernet Sauvignon
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Brick Red with Violet Tones
AROMA: Scents of ripe red berry fruit that lead to aromatic notes of wood and spices.
FRUIT FLAVOR/MOUTH FEEL: Soft and Balanced with smooth and pleasant tannins.
STRUCTURE/BODY: Full bodied.
MENU PAIRING: An excellent red for aging (8 to 10 years) that pairs well with grilled game, truffle based meat dishes and medium aged cheeses, especially pecorino di Pienza. |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Sangioveto
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Ruby Red With Orange Reflections
TASTE: A red wine made only during hot summers when the fruit ripens early. When picked, during the celebration of the night of San Lorenzo, the grapes are left to dry on trellises for ten days before vinification. This is a very concentrated wine with dried, blackberry fruit; cedar oak; earth; and spice. Aged three years in the barrel and two years in the bottle, this wine is best when paired with rich Tuscan fare, including rabbit, all game, and any heavy meat dishes. |
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White Wine: |
 GRAPE: Vernaccia
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Pale Straw
TASTE: From the Tuscan hillsides surrounding San Gimignano, this classic white explodes upon the tongue with zesty citrus flavors of lemon and orange peel. Light and crisp, Vernaccia is designed to cleanse the palate, enabling each bite of a dish to retain maximum flavor. The artist Michelangelo was paid five liters a day of this wine to paint the Sistine Chapel and he said this wine “bites, kisses, licks, and stings”. Fantastic with seafood and crème based pastas . |
 GRAPES: Sangiovese and Canaiolo
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Gold
TASTE: From the Machiavelli estate, this white wine is made from the two red grapes in Chianti. The grapes are pressed in a process called a “free run,” where the juice does not come into contact with the skins, therefore never receiving any color from the skins. Very full bodied and thick, it does not have the crispness typically associated with Italian white wine. A floral bouquet leads to flavors of golden plums and a slightly honeysuckle finish. Great with lamb, poultry, and creamy pastas. |
Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Trebbiano and Malvasia
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Garnet Red
TASTE: Upon Machiavelli’s death in 1527, the local aristocracy, Conti Serristori, purchased this land and have been making the wine there ever since. Bright berry flavors commingle with a touch of chocolate, tobacco, and a long, smooth finish. Aged one year in the barrel and one year in the bottle, a touch of oak comes through perfectly in this amazingly balanced red. A traditional style of Chianti Classico, that is perfectly paired with meat based pastas, pizza, and all tomato sauce based dishes. |
 GRAPES: Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Trebbiano and Malvasia
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Garnet Red
TASTE: From the Machiavelli estate located in the heart of the Chianti Classico area, these vines are located on the original acreage where the author was exiled in the fifteenth century. Chianti Classico Riserva is aged for two years in the barrel and one year in the bottle; however, this wine spends up to one extra year in oak, making a very austere, traditional style of riserva, with tight blackberry flavors and a long oak driven finish. |
 GRAPES: Sangiovese
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Garnet Red
TASTE: A single vineyard version of the Machiavelli Chianti Classico Riserva, this award winning wine comes from a western facing slope just below Machiavelli’s house that he inhabited in the early 1500’s. Lush blackberry flavors are complemented by perfect tannins and a long, oak driven finish. This wine is aged two years in oak and one year in the bottle, but should reach its peak between 10-12 years. A perfect match with meat based pastas, pizza, and all tomato sauce based dishes. |
 GRAPE: Pinot Nero
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Bright Garnet
TASTE: From the esteemed enologist Nunzio Capurzo, comes a red that evokes the true personality and opulence of the Pinot Nero varietal. Il Principe (the Prince) named after the famous book penned by Ser Nicolo' Machiavelli, shows prominent aromas of bright cherries and violets balanced by oak and earthiness. Soft on the palate, this full bodied Pinot has a smooth delicious finish and excellent aging potential. Pairs well with venison, lamb and beef as well as game and ripe cheeses. |
 GRAPE: Cabernet Sauvignon
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Deep Garnet
TASTE: A “Super-Tuscan” before there was such a thing, this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon is named in honor of its original maker, Niccolo Machiavelli. Packed with lush flavors of blackberry, cassis, and plum, this full-bodied red is a product of the single vineyard fruit of “Solatio dei Tani.” The signature wine of enologist Nunzio Capurzo, this wine is aged in french barrique barrels to accent the flavors of earth, tobacco, and spice in this estate grown, vinified, and bottled Cabernet. |
Desert Wine: |
 GRAPE: Trebbiano and Malvasia
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Soft Amber
TASTE: From the Machiavelli estate in Sant’ Andrea in Percussina, comes the most traditional Tuscan desert wine. The grapes are harvested, dried for at least one month, and then vinified in a slow fermentation process utilizing a small barrel called a “chiaretta.” Slightly sweet, almond flavors dominate the taste, while vanilla and oak hints round out the finish. Traditionally served with cantucci (biscotti) as an after dinner drink, it is a great complement to fruit tortes, pies, and ice cream. |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Ruby Red
TASTE: This organically grown red exhibits the classical characteristics typically associated with the Sangiovese grape; scents of dark berry fruit and mammolo (sweet violets). Balanced and full-bodied with optimum structure, this fruit forward red shows a persistent, lingering finish. Excellent with appetizers roasted or grilled meats, game and cheese. |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese and Syrah
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Deep Violet
TASTE: Organically grown on the hills of Montespertoli, this Super Tuscan style red blends Sangiovese and Syrah grapes. The vines are meticulously pruned to produce a concentrated and rich wine with pronounced oak tones, dark berry and plum fruit flavors balanced by wood aging and a structured full body. To be paired with full flavored dishes, game, barbequed and braised meats. |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Trebbiano and Malvasia
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Garnet Red
TASTE: Three generations of Socini gentlemen have been mayors of Siena, and for over two centuries, the Socini-Guelfi family has grown grapes in the commune of Castelnuovo Berardenga, one of the finest areas of Chianti Classico. Loads of blackberry, currant, and cassis flavors lead the medium/full body to a lingering finish. This red is aged one year in French oak barrels, giving it a supple mouth feel that balances the strong fruit flavors. Great with all typical Tuscan fare. |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Garnet Red
TASTE: For over two centuries, Fattoria La Casaccia has encompassed 1600 acres in the commune of Castelnuovo Berardenga, one of the finest areas of Chianti Classico. A progressive style of Riserva, this medium bodied red contains 5%-7% of Cabernet Sauvignon, a non-typical Chianti grape, and has been aged for two years in French Oak. Lush, blackberry flavors dominate the front of the palate, while delicately balanced oak tones drive the finish. Typically fantastic with medium to heavy fare. |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese Grosso
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Ruby red
TASTE: A product of the Maurizio Lambardi estate, this red uses younger vines (approximately 2-7 years old) and less aging (one year in the barrel, one year in the bottle) than Brunello. Well balanced, with rich berry fruit, medium body, and a smooth, complex finish that highlights flavors of earth, leather, and spice, followed by light oak tones. This is a great compliment to typical Tuscan fare including rich pastas, roasted meats, and game. |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese Grosso
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Ruby red
TASTE: A product of the Maurizio Lambardi estate, this red uses younger vines (approximately 2-7 years old) and less aging (one year in the barrel, one year in the bottle) than Brunello. Well balanced, with rich berry fruit, medium body, and a smooth, complex finish that highlights flavors of earth, leather, and spice, followed by light oak tones. This is a great compliment to typical Tuscan fare including rich pastas, roasted meats, and game. |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Prugnolo Gentile (Sangiovese), Canaiolo and Mammolo
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Ruby Red with Violet Reflections
TASTE: With four hectacres in production and four decades of traditional artisinal winemaking the Natalini family has focused on cultivation, vinification and aging tempered by modern techniques. Made almost entirely by Prugnolo Gentile (Sangiovese), Canaiolo and a small percentage of Mammolo, this soft and elegant red exhibits flavors of blueberry and cherry fruit that are well balanced with oak leading to a fine, chocolate touched finish. This noble wine accompanies a variety of dishes, from tomato-based recipes to mushrooms and all meat-based courses. |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese Grosso
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Ruby Red
TASTE: This delicate red, produced at the "Il Galampio" estate, utilizes the same grapes as those found in the infamous Brunello di Montalcino and has less barrel aging. A harmonious, well-structured wine rich in dark berry fruit flavors and complex aromas with a balanced finish interlaced with oak, leather, tobacco and spice. Traditionally the table wine of the township of Montalcino, this red compliments full flavored pastas, pizzas, meat dishes and ripe cheeses. |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese Grosso
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Intense Ruby
TASTE: This intense red, recognized as the king of Tuscan wines, is cultivated in the limited area that surrounds the infamous commune of Montalcino. A wine of great structure and aromatic length, ranging from spice to wood and tobacco, interlaced with dark berry fruit flavors completed by a long, complex finish. Excellent with red meats, roasted game, and strong cheeses such as Parmigiano and Pecorino. |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese Grosso
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Deep Garnet
TASTE: A special riserva made from selected grape clusters picked at optimal ripeness. This red, recognized as the king of Tuscan wines, is aged for an additional six months in traditional oak barrels imparting further developed wood flavor in balance with the concentrated fruit, tobacco, leathery tannins and spicy nuances. Best when paired with traditional Tuscan dishes. |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese and Cabernet
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Ruby Red
TASTE: Born in 1998, this Tuscan DOC in the province of Grosetto is located near the river Orcia. This red blends 90% Sangiovese and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes creating a rich, full bodied wine with concentrated dark berry fruit flavors, hints of chocolate and spice balanced by 4 months of aging in French oak barriques. This powerful red pairs well with roasted meats, game and stewed meat dishes. |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Garnet
TASTE: The Montesalario winery is located in an area considered the new frontier of the Italian Wine Industry, the foot of Mount Amaita in the Grosseto zone ( Southern Tuscany), and the practice of accepting lower production in exchange for higher quality articulates their progressive philosophy. Perfectly suited to the microclimate of the winery, the Sangiovese variety produces a fruit driven, intense red with excellent structure, and a balanced, persistent finish. 10 months in French oak barriques and 6 months in the bottle make this elegant wine a perfect match with tomato or ragu based pastas, barbequed red meats, white meats and game. |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Garnet Red with Violet Highlights
TASTE: The Montesalario winery is located in an area considered the new frontier of the Italian Wine Industry, the foot of Mount Amaita in the Grosseto zone ( Southern Tuscany), and the practice of accepting lower production in exchange for higher quality articulates this progressive philosophy. This red is produced exclusively during vintage years, crafted from 100% Sangiovese grape requiring an extensive and meticulous process to truly express the strong characteristics and natural elegance of the varietal. Sangiovese riserva spends for 18 months in French oak barriques and 6 months in the bottle creating the strong body and smooth taste that makes a perfect match with roasted or stewed meats, and game. |
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White Wine: |
 GRAPE: Vermentino and Indigenous varietals (Trebbiano and Malvasia)
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Pale Straw
TASTE: The Moris family multigenerational dedication to agriculture is delineated by their interest and specialization in viticulture. A crisp, medium-bodied white with intense, fruit driven aroma laced with apricot and peach blossom giving way and a thicker, more viscous, mouth feel than what is typically associated with Vermentino. This limited production vintage, picked in the second week of September, undergoes 100% stainless steel fermentation producing a highly aromatic, palate-cleansing wine. An obvious wine for all seafood pairings; this wine really excels with all shellfish, from clams to lobster, as well as white meats. |
Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: 90% Sangiovese and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Intense Ruby Red
TASTE: The Moris family multigenerational dedication to agriculture is delineated by their interest and specialization in viticulture. Monteregio is an elegant, fruit laden, spicy red, with notable softness on the palate and persistence on the finish derived from 6 months in barrique and several months of bottle refinement. Pairs well with meat based pastas, game, roasts and ripe cheeses. |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Brilliant Ruby Red
TASTE: The Moris family multigenerational dedication to agriculture is delineated by their interest and specialization in viticulture. This Morellino is defined by its freshness, fruit driven flavors and harmonious balance. Four months of fermentation in stainless steel without contact with wood and two months of bottle refining creates this clean and unobtrusive red that pairs perfectly with a variety of meals such as roasted meats, pastas and spicy dishes. |
 GRAPE: 75 % Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Syrah
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Ruby Red with Violet Reflections
TASTE:The Moris family multigenerational dedication to agriculture is delineated by their interest and specialization in viticulture. The name Avvoltore means raptor and truly expresses the intensity of this complex, full-bodied red. Malolactic fermentation in barrique coupled with bottle refinement for six months creates ripe fruit flavors with a trace of vanilla and soft and velvety sensations on the palate. Excellent with barbequed meat, game and flavorful roasts. |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Bright Ruby Red
TASTE: From the surrounding hills of Castiglione D'Orcia, comes this enjoyably dry and refined red produced in limited quantities. A long period of maceration on the skins yields concentrated aromas with hints of dark berry fruit and an oak finish created by six months aging in French barrique. A wine to compliment any meal, but best suited with Tuscan cuisine; for example, Pappardelle with meat ragu, roast game, and sausage. |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese Grosso
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Bright Garnet
TASTE: Grown on the southwest side of Montalcino, in view of the river Orcia, this wine has a unique style with forward blackberry fruit; soft mouth feel; medium body; and a balanced aftertaste of oak, leather, spice, and tobacco. Utilizing the same grape as Brunello, this wine is made from younger wines and with less aging in the barrel. Traditionally the table wine of the township of Montalcino, this red compliments full flavored pastas, pizzas, and all meat dishes. |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese Grosso
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Deep Garnet
TASTE: Facing the Val D’Orcia, on the south/west side of Montalcino, this winery is a product of German investing and the traditional Tuscan wine making of Enzo Tiezzi. A full-bodied red with lush, dried, dark berry fruit and a wide spectrum of flavors including spice, tobacco, and oak, followed by a long, earthy finish. This is a wine to compliment the traditional Tuscan fare of the area like Bistecca Fiorentina. |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese Grosso
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Deep Garnet
TASTE: From the small fattoria called “il podere Cerrino,” on the Northwestern side of Montalcino, comes this world famous wine. The signature Brunello style of Enzo Tiezzi, who was born and raised in Montalcino, is a traditional full-bodied red that hits the palate with rich, dark berry fruit and finishes equally strong with flavors of oak, tobacco, and earth. A text book style, it compliments all full flavored dishes. |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese Grosso
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Bright Garnet
TASTE: From the president of the Brunello consortium, comes this Rosso di Montalcino, best known as the lighter counterpart of Brunello. Generally made with the grapes of younger vines, and receiving less aging, this red tends to be a fuller than traditional style. In excellent years, the rich flavors of blackberry, oak, spice, tobacco, and earth tend to resemble the Brunello. A great table wine to compliment any meal, it lends infinite complexity to flavors on the palate. |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Trebbiano and Malvasia
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Ruby Red
TASTE: There is a good reason that Chianti is known as a table wine and a wine that can be paired with a variety of foods; that is, because it contains both red and white grapes. The addition of the two white grapes, Trebbiano and Malvasia, give this wine a delicate balance between the dryness and fruitiness that has made Chianti famous. This easy drinking red will shine when paired with pastas, grilled meats, antipasti, and typically Tuscan meals. |
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White Wine: |
 GRAPE: 100% Trebbiano
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Pale Straw
AROMA: Citrus fruit infused (agrumi), scents reminiscent of honeysuckle flowers.
FRUIT FLAVOR/MOUTH FEEL: Citrus, viscous and minerality leads to a clean finish.
STRUCTURE/BODY: Full-bodied, yet clean and very well balanced.
FINISH: Lengthy yet clean finish. |
Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon 50% Syrah
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Ruby Red
AROMA: rich and complex with notes of blackberries with notes of minerality, spice and hints of coffee and black pepper
FRUIT FLAVOR/MOUTH FEEL: soft and velvety on the front palate with intense weight and heavy tannins all elegantly balanced
STRUCTURE/BODY: Full (an iron fist in a velvet glove)
FINISH: long and persistent
MENU PAIRING: A wine to be enjoyed with full flavored meats, game and also for the sake of enjoying a unique wine |
 GRAPE: 100% Merlot
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Ruby Red
AROMA: : rich and complex with notes of forest underbrush, coffee, chocolate, dark berry fruit preserves
FRUIT FLAVOR/MOUTH FEEL: soft and velvety on the front palate with intense weight and heavy tannins all elegantly balanced
STRUCTURE/BODY: Full bodied
FINISH: long and persistent
MENU PAIRING: A wine to be enjoyed with full flavored meats, game and also for the sake of enjoying a unique wine |
 GRAPE: 100% Sangiovese
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Ruby Red
AROMA: Red berry fruit and violets lead into scents of forest underbrush, mushrooms and earth
FRUIT FLAVOR/MOUTH FEEL: The modern fruit profile in the fore palate is balanced by the aggressive tannins typical of Sangiovese that soften up in the finish complimented by new world style oak tones
STRUCTURE/BODY: Full
FINISH: long and persistent
MENU PAIRING: A wine to be enjoyed with full flavored meats, game and also for the sake of enjoying a unique wine |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese, Canaiolo and Cabernet Sauvignon
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Ruby red
TASTE: This noble wine from the Medici estate blends the grapes of Chianti and Cabernet Sauvignon. It gets its name from the royal ship that was used to transport the Medici family from their home in Florence to their hunting lodge near Carmignano. The dark berry fruit, medium body, and smooth, earthy finish pairs well with full flavored pastas, roasted meats, and dry aged cheeses. |
 GRAPE: Sangiovese, Canaiolo and Cabernet Sauvignon
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Garnet Red with Orange Reflections
TASTE: This wine, a blend of the red grapes in Chianti and Cabernet Sauvignon, is commonly known as the first “Super Tuscan.” It has been made the same since 1716, when Cosimo Medici first planted Cabernet Sauvignon grapes he received from France. Filled with the dark flavors of currants and blackberries, this full-bodied wine is aged two years in the barrel and refined one year in the bottle, to compliment the full flavored meals of game hunted around the Medici estate on the outskirts of Florence. |
 GRAPE: Cabernet and Sangiovese
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Deep violet with garnet reflections
TASTE: A true super tuscan style blending two grape varietals which are a product of meticulous cluster selection on the vine followed by eighteen months of barrique barrel aging after vinification. The result is a deeply colored and highly concentrated red balancing rich dark berry fruit, chocolate notes, earth, and heavy oak tones with its full body and long finish. To be paired with full flavored dishes, game, barbequed and braised meats. |
 GRAPE: 75% Sangiovese, 18% Cabernet Sauvignon and 7% Canaiolo
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Deep ruby with garnet reflections
TASTE: This noble wine from the Medici estate, of the "Serenissimo Granduca" Cosimo the Great, blends the grapes of Chianti and Cabernet Sauvignon. A single vineyard red showing ripe cherry and raspberry fruit with black pepper spice and an elegant, persistent finish laced with licorice and balsamic notes acquired from aging 18 months in French barrique. An excellent wine, pairing well with full flavored dishes, game, as well as barbecued and braised meats. |
Desert Wine: |
 GRAPE: Trebbiano, Malvasia and S. Colombano
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Bright amber with gold highlights
TASTE: The distinct characteristics of this Vin santo are obtained by the meticulous selection of the best grapes, which are laid out on bamboo racks in a large loft called a “Vinsantaia”. The wine undergoes aging in special “Chiaretta” barrels 48 months creating a long and ample bouquet laced with apricot nuances and oak tones followed by a silky smooth finish. Great as an after dinner drink, a meditation wine or when served with Reggiano or Percorino Toscano. Don’t forget the Cantucci (biscotti)! |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPES: Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Trebbiano and Malvasia
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Garnet Red
TASTE: A rich and powerful Chianti from the Rufina area. This wine shows a unique spectrum of flavors starting with the ripe dark berry fruit, medium body and equally balanced finish. Great with all meals, from simple pastas to roasted meats. |
 GRAPES: Sangiovese and Canaiolo
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Deep Garnet Red
TASTE: A rich and powerful Chianti Riserva from the Rufina area aged 18 months in oak. This wine shows a unique spectrum of flavors starting with the ripe dark berry fruit, medium body, hints of spice and equally balanced finish. Great with all meals, from simple pastas to roasted meats. |
 GRAPES: Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Trebbiano and Malvasia
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Ruby Red
TASTE: There is a good reason that Chianti is known as a table wine and a wine that can be paired with a variety of foods; that is, because it contains both red and white grapes. The addition of the two white grapes, Trebbiano and Malvasia, give this wine a delicate balance between the dryness and fruitiness that has made Chianti famous. This easy drinking red will shine when paired with pastas, grilled meats, antipasti, and typically Tuscan meals. |
 GRAPES: Sangiovese and Canaiolo
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Garnet Red
TASTE: This riserva is the perfect balance between the “traditional” and “new world” styles encompassing both tight, dense tannins and bright, forward fruits. It comes packed with a range of berry flavors (from strawberry to blackberry), a modicum of oak, and a hint of a lush earthiness. The hillside vineyards share the estate land with olive groves, grain fields, and woods, that all play a part in giving this wine a rustic elegance. Best when paired with game, meat sauces, and risotto. |
Desert Wine: |
 GRAPE: Malvasia and Trebbiano
REGION: Toscana
COLOR: Soft Amber
TASTE: From the infamous Chianti region, comes the most traditional Tuscan desert wine. The grapes are harvested, dried for at least one month, and then vinified in a slow fermentation process utilizing a small barrel called a “chiaretta.” Slightly sweet, almond flavors dominate the taste, while vanilla and oak hints round out the finish. Traditionally served with cantucci (biscotti) as an after dinner drink, it is a great complement to fruit tortes, pies, and ice cream. |
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