Tenuta di Carleone Il Guercio 2024

Tenuta di Carleone Il Guercio is a characterful Tuscan Sangiovese that captures the purity and energy of the grape with a fresh, modern edge. Produced in Toscana IGT from carefully tended estate vineyards, it reflects both the heritage of Sangiovese and the thoughtful, low-intervention approach of Tenuta di Carleone.

Tasting Notes
This wine shows a vibrant ruby-red color typical of Sangiovese, with a clear, luminous appearance in the glass. The nose is expressive and layered, with aromas of red cherry, wild berries, dried herbs, and a subtle earthy note that speaks to its Tuscan origins. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and elegant, with bright acidity, fine tannins, and a juicy core of red fruit balanced by savory, mineral accents. The long maceration and extended time in concrete help preserve freshness and texture, giving the wine good structure and a pleasantly firm finish. It can be enjoyed now for its lively fruit, but it also has the backbone to develop further over the next few years.

Production
The estate spans around 100 hectares in Tuscany, combining wooded hills, small rivers, and fertile plains, with roughly 30 hectares planted to vines. Sangiovese is the dominant variety here, cultivated with care to express the region’s natural balance and character, alongside a few old olive trees that add to the estate’s traditional landscape. Fermentation takes place in concrete and open vats, followed by a prolonged 4-month maceration in concrete and 12 months of aging in the same material, a method that emphasizes clarity, freshness, and pure varietal expression.

Food & Serving
Tenuta di Carleone Il Guercio pairs beautifully with classic Italian dishes such as pasta with ragù, roast chicken, grilled sausages, porcini mushroom risotto, and aged pecorino. Serve it at 16–18°C, and while decanting is not essential, a short aeration of 20–30 minutes can help open up its aromatic profile and soften the structure.

Producer
Tenuta di Carleone is a respected Tuscan estate known for crafting distinctive wines that highlight the authenticity of Sangiovese and the unique character of its land. Set in a picturesque and biodiverse part of Tuscany, the estate has gained attention for its careful vineyard work and restrained winemaking style, which favor precision and terroir expression. Its approach has helped establish it as a modern reference point for elegant, site-driven Tuscan wines.

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