About the Wine

"Super Tuscans" are anarchic and revolutionary wines, wines that are not following the traditional winemaking in the region’s DOC and DOCG. Instead of using the classic grape of the region: Sangiovese, these wines are mainly made with grapes used for “Bordeaux Blends”, Cabernet Sauvignon, and/or Merlot. In some cases, Super Tuscans are even better than DOC and DOCG wines, but because of their “rebellion” they have to be classified in lower categories such as "Vino da Tavola" or "Indicazione Geografica Tipica" (IGT).

Corte Medicea Winery was born from a passion for the Tuscan winemaking tradition. From its desire to follow the footsteps of the region’s greatest winemakers, Corte Medicea creates wines that express its vision of life as simple and pleasant but also intriguing and mysterious. The Corte Medicea vineyards are situated on picturesque rolling hills at an altitude of 380/400 meters, with clay/loam soils in the south of Tuscany.

Winemaker, Andrea Bernardini, has previously worked with Poggio Bonelli and Ruffino in Tuscany, and beyond in South Africa, Romania, and Greece. This flying winemaker blends traditional and modern techniques to craft high-quality wines that express the full flavor profile of the grape and terroir with which he works.

Aging: 12 months in French oak barrels

Tasting Notes

25% Sangiovese, 25% Canaiolo, 25% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon. On the nose, a delightful blend of spices and liquorice mingles with hints of currants and wildberries. The palate reveals a full-bodied wine with smooth tannins, offering a long, lingering taste of red fruits, pepper, and chocolate.

Review

~98 Luca Maroni, I Migliori Vini Italiani, Italy's Best Wines Guide 2022