2015 Tenuta di Trinoro, Rosso, Toscana IGT

The gorgeous 2015 Tenuta di Trinoro pours into the glass with inky dark richness that is beautiful to behold. This wine is made primarily with Cabernet Franc but has some Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot mixed in as well. Although Andrea Franchetti had retreated from his trademark overripe style in recent years, you get a nostalgic glimpse of it here. The warm growing season has conspired to create a rich and textured red wine with aromas of blackberry preserves, cherry confit and subtle baking spice. This is a charming and exuberant creation that is open and loud even at this very young stage in its long and promising lifespan.

50% Cabernet Franc, 36% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot. Merlot harvested 21 September, Cabernet Franc harvested 12 October, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot harvested 22 October. Magnum. Dark crimson. Minty and intense nose. Svelte and racy. Very sophisticated, salty and fresh. Great ingredients. Jewelly. Glamorous and dramatic. (JR)