Rosso Toscana IGT - Santa Cristina

This barrel-aged Rosso Toscana from the wine-growing region of Tuscany has a brilliant shimmering purple, ruby red color in the glass. The nose of this red wine from Tuscany impresses with notes of blackcurrant, black cherry, plum and blueberry. If we explore the aromas further, vanilla, gingerbread spice and dark chocolate are added, boosted by the influence of oak.

The Santa Cristina Rosso Toscana is wonderfully dry. This red wine is never coarse or austere, as you would expect from a wine in the upper price range. On the palate, this light-footed red wine is characterized by an incredibly dense, velvety and melting texture. The Rosso Toscana is fantastically fresh and lively on the palate thanks to its concise fruit acidity. The finish of this youthful red wine from the Tuscany wine-growing region, or more precisely from Toscana IGT, is ultimately delightful with a remarkable aftertaste.

Vinification of the Rosso Toscana from Santa Cristina

The elegant Rosso Toscana from Italy is a cuvée made from the Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese and Syrah grape varieties. When they are perfectly ripe, the grapes for the Rosso Toscana are harvested exclusively by hand without the help of coarse and less selective machines. After the harvest, the grapes are immediately taken to the winery. Here they are sorted and carefully broken up. Fermentation then takes place in stainless steel tanks and small wooden barrels at controlled temperatures. Once fermentation is complete, the Rosso Toscana can continue to harmonize on the fine lees for a few months.

Dining recommendations for the Rosso Toscana from Santa Cristina

This red wine from Italy is best enjoyed at a temperature of 15 - 18°C. It goes perfectly with Thai cucumber salad, pumpkin casserole or vegetable stew with pesto

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