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Saracosa Governo Rosso Toscano IGT 2016
Toscana IGT
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- 98pts, Luca Maroni, 2017
- Gold, Berliner Wein Trophy, 2017
With 98 points from wine guru Luca Maroni, Saracosa Governo is sure to delight lovers of rich Italian reds. You’ll be swept away by its black cherry intensity, cocoa, coffee and oak spice complexity, turbo charged from using part air dried grapes.
With 98 points from wine guru Luca Maroni, Saracosa Governo is sure to delight lovers of rich Italian reds. You’ll be swept away by its black cherry intensity, cocoa, coffee and oak spice complexity, turbo charged from using part air dried grapes.
Beyond the Label
Tasting notes
Intense black cherry and sweet spice with perfect smoothness
Aroma
Ripe berry fruits, cocoa, coffee and vanilla
Fans of our usual Saracosa will be bowled over by the intensity of its big brother, Governo. Suave and seductive, this is a full rounded blend of Sangiovese and Merlot, aged for four months in small oak barrels. What’s more, a portion of grapes were left to dry for 20 days, adding terrific concentration to the wine. It’s an ancient 14th century method known as Governo in Tuscany. We think the wine is nothing short of spectacular – no wonder it has already been awarded a whopping 98 points from Italian wine critic Luca Maroni. The wine is a testament to the talents of Sofia Barbanera, the fourth generation winemaker at this great Tuscan family estate. Decant and serve with a local favourite – rabbit casserole, other game or slow-cooked beef.
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