Cost: $29.95 (Clearance Price: $24.00
Grape: Merlot
Category: Red Wine
Location: LCBO Vintages
Country: Italy
Region: Chianti Hill, Toscana
Format: 750 mL
Producer: Tenuta di Trecciano
Alcohol: 14.0% Alcohol/Vol.
A lighter style IGT that makes your mouth water for more
Tasting Note: Medium ruby in colour with high acidity, an intense nose, dry tannin & a long length on the finish. Wine features sour cherry, red & black currants, blackberries, cocoa, coffee, oregano & balsamic.
Negatives: None
Interesting Point: LCBO has the grapes as Sangiovese & Merlot, however, on Trecciano’s website it lists this as 100% Merlot.
Pairings: Drink now or over the next 8-12 of years on its own or pair it with roasted wild boar.
My Opinion: Recommended
Tasted: July 9, 2020
LCBO: 14146