Cabernet Sauvignon Rare Maestro 2012 IGT Tuscany

Cabernet Sauvignon Maestro Raro 2012 IGT Toscana by Fèlsina

The Cabernet Sauvignon Maestro Raro 2012 IGT Toscana is an important and identity-rich red, capable of interpreting Cabernet in a Tuscan key with balance, depth, and personality. Signed by Fèlsina, it arises from a project aimed at enhancing the estate's terroir also through one of the most recognized international grape varieties in the world, maintaining an authoritative yet harmonious style. It is a wine designed for those seeking intensity, elegance, and a mature taste structure, with solid and measured drinkability.

Territory and wine style

The grapes come from the Rancia Piccola vineyards, also known as Maestro Raro, and Poggiolo, adjacent plots similar in characteristics to the Rancia vineyard. The IGT Toscana designation allows this wine to express a refined and territorial style freely, without sacrificing the typical imprint of Cabernet Sauvignon. The result is a red that is both classically and modernly styled, where the richness of the fruit combines with a spicy profile and a well-defined structure.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents an intense and deep red color, enriched by violet hues. On the nose, it offers aromas of small fruits, tobacco, leather, and new oak, with a clear and mature profile, devoid of marked vegetal edges. On the palate, it is consistent, full, and warm, yet remains harmonious, with an elegant texture and significant persistence. The sip is enveloping, supported by a solid structure and a long finish, leaving a broad aftertaste.

Recommended pairings

The Cabernet Sauvignon Maestro Raro 2012 IGT Toscana pairs effectively with rich and flavorful dishes, such as Florentine steak, beef roasts, braised meats, game birds and fur, but also with preparations featuring mushrooms, truffles, or structured sauces. Excellent also with aged cheeses and intense pecorinos, it finds its ideal space in a flavorful kitchen, where the wine's structure can accompany and enhance the raw materials.

Serving temperature

To best appreciate the Cabernet Sauvignon Maestro Raro 2012 IGT Toscana, the ideal serving temperature is between 18 and 20 °C. If the bottle has been stored for a long time in the cellar, it may be helpful to open it a little in advance, to promote the evolution of the aromas and greater expressiveness at the time of pouring.

Why buy it

Choosing the Cabernet Sauvignon Maestro Raro 2012 IGT Toscana means opting for a Tuscan red of strong personality, capable of combining the character of Cabernet Sauvignon with the production sensitivity of Fèlsina. It is an ideal bottle for special occasions, important dinners, and moments when one desires an authoritative, elegant wine ready to engage with structured dishes. An interesting purchase for those wanting an Italian wine for collection and dining, with a recognizable style and great satisfaction in the glass.