Tenuta Saiano, Mai Uguale 2022

Tenuta Saiano Mai Uguale 2022 is a beautifully crafted Sangiovese that shows just how graceful and refined this classic Italian grape can be. From the hills of Emilia, it combines generous fruit with a polished texture, making it as suitable for thoughtful sipping as it is for the dinner table. This cuvée highlights the region’s growing reputation for serious, terroir-driven reds that stand alongside better-known Tuscan Sangiovese in terms of elegance and complexity.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, Mai Uguale 2022 typically shows a bright, medium ruby hue with subtle violet reflections at the rim. The nose is expressive and layered, offering a mix of red cherries, wild strawberries and ripe plums, wrapped in notes of dried herbs, gentle spice and a faint floral lift. On the palate, this is a supple, refined Sangiovese with silky tannins and a very smooth, almost velvety texture. Juicy red and dark fruit flavors carry through, supported by fresh acidity that keeps everything lively and food-friendly. Hints of sweet spice, a touch of earth and a long, graceful finish make this a versatile wine for the table. Enjoy it now for its vibrant fruit and elegance; it can evolve nicely over the next 3–5 years, gaining a bit more complexity and softness with short-term cellaring.

Production
Tenuta Saiano is based in the rolling hills of Emilia, where vineyards benefit from a mix of clay and limestone soils, good drainage and cooling breezes that help Sangiovese ripen slowly and evenly. Grapes for Mai Uguale 2022 are typically harvested by hand to ensure careful selection of healthy, ripe bunches in the vineyard. In the cellar, a gentle vinification is favored: slow, temperature-controlled fermentation to preserve aromatics, followed by maturation in neutral vessels (such as large casks or older barrels) and/or stainless steel to let the natural character of Sangiovese and the local terroir shine through without heavy oak influence.

Food & Serving
This refined red is a natural match for Italian-inspired dishes: think fresh pasta with ragù, roast chicken with herbs, grilled pork, or classic pizza with tomato and mozzarella. It also pairs beautifully with charcuterie, aged hard cheeses and simple dishes built around tomatoes, mushrooms or grilled vegetables. Serve at around 16–18°C; a light chill dulls its charm, while too warm can accentuate the alcohol. Decanting for 20–30 minutes before serving can help the wine open up aromatically, especially in its youth.

Producer
Tenuta Saiano is a quality-focused estate in Emilia, an area better known for everyday wines but increasingly recognized for distinctive, characterful reds. The winery emphasizes respect for the land and careful work in both vineyard and cellar to produce wines that speak clearly of their origin. By championing Sangiovese in this corner of Italy, Tenuta Saiano has helped shine a light on Emilia’s potential for elegant, gastronomic reds, earning attention from sommeliers and enthusiasts looking beyond the classic Tuscan appellations.

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