Casanova di Neri IrRosso 2022

Casanova di Neri IrRosso 2022 is a vibrant, youthful Tuscan red that captures the spirit of Sangiovese with a modern, approachable twist. Blending Sangiovese with a small proportion of other estate-grown varieties, it delivers serious structure wrapped in juicy, easy-drinking charm. This is Casanova di Neri’s gateway wine: accessible in its youth, yet unmistakably marked by the estate’s signature elegance and sense of place.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, IrRosso 2022 shows a bright, medium-deep ruby color with garnet highlights at the rim. The nose is immediately inviting, with aromas of fresh red cherries, wild strawberries, and red plums layered with notes of violet, sweet spice, a hint of dried herbs, and a subtle touch of cedar or tobacco from its time in wood. On the palate, this wine is medium-bodied and finely balanced, offering juicy red fruit flavors—cherry, raspberry, and a touch of blood orange—supported by lively acidity and supple, well-integrated tannins. There’s a gentle savory undertone of dried Mediterranean herbs and a faint mineral edge that recalls Tuscan hillside soils. The finish is fresh, clean, and pleasantly persistent, making it very drinkable even now. While designed to be enjoyed young and vibrant, it has the structure to evolve gracefully for 3–6 years from the vintage.

Production
IrRosso 2022 is sourced from Casanova di Neri’s own vineyards in Tuscany, where Sangiovese thrives in a mix of rocky soils, marls, and galestro that lend both structure and aromatic lift. The climate is typically Mediterranean, with warm days and cooler nights that help preserve acidity and aromatic freshness in the grapes. Harvest is carried out by hand, allowing careful selection of bunches and ensuring that only perfectly ripe, healthy fruit from Sangiovese and a small proportion of other estate varieties make it into the final blend. In the cellar, the grapes are destemmed and fermented in temperature-controlled tanks to capture pure fruit character and fine tannin texture, followed by maturation in a combination of stainless steel and larger oak vessels. This approach respects the character of the vintage and terroir while adding a subtle polish and complexity that is distinctively Casanova di Neri.

Food & Serving
Casanova di Neri IrRosso 2022 is a versatile food wine that pairs beautifully with classic Italian fare such as tomato-based pastas, wood-fired pizzas, grilled sausages, and roasted chicken with herbs. It also works well with charcuterie, semi-aged cheeses, mushroom dishes, and lighter cuts of grilled red meat. Serve at around 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight its freshness and aromatic detail. A brief aeration—15–30 minutes in a carafe or simply opened in advance—is enough; extended decanting is not essential for this youthful, fruit-driven style.

Producer
Casanova di Neri is one of Montalcino’s most respected and influential estates, founded in 1971 by Giovanni Neri and now run by his son, Giacomo. Over the decades, the winery has built an international reputation for its meticulous vineyard work and its expressive, often legendary Brunello di Montalcino bottlings, which have earned top scores and helped redefine the quality potential of the region. The estate’s vineyards, spread across some of Montalcino’s finest sites, are farmed with great attention to detail, and the winemaking blends tradition with a thoughtful, contemporary touch. IrRosso sits within the range as a more informal, early-drinking expression of the Casanova di Neri style, offering a taste of this benchmark producer’s craftsmanship in a relaxed, approachable format.

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