The Ricolma 2018 Merlot Toscana IGT San Giusto Rentennano

The Ricolma 2018 Merlot Toscana IGT by San Giusto a Rentennano

The Ricolma 2018 is a Merlot Toscana IGT that accurately and personally interprets one of the most appreciated international grape varieties in a Tuscan key. Signed by San Giusto a Rentennano, it is made from pure Merlot grapes hand-picked at perfect ripeness and vinified with a careful approach, capable of enhancing balance, aromatic definition, and depth. It is a wine designed for those seeking an important, elegant bottle with a complex taste profile.

Territory and wine style

The Toscana IGT designation allows for an expressive and free style, while the San Giusto a Rentennano winery is synonymous with rigor, identity, and attention to detail. The Ricolma 2018 comes from vineyard areas particularly suited to Merlot and is harvested later than local customs, a choice that favors phenolic maturity and aromatic richness. Fermentation in steel and subsequent aging in French oak barriques contribute to building a structured, harmonious, and refined wine, with an elegant and modern territorial imprint.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents a bright and deep ruby red color. On the nose, it expresses an intense range of plum and sour cherry, followed by hints of licorice, violet, chinotto, fern, and slight forest notes. On the palate, it shows good balance and coherence, with present but orderly tannins and an aromatic freshness that accompanies the sip continuously. The texture is broad, flavorful, and persistent, supported by a structure that makes The Ricolma 2018 suitable for positive evolution over time.

Recommended pairings

This Merlot Toscana IGT pairs wonderfully with structured main courses such as braised dishes, beef fillets, important roasts, and game birds. Its aromatic softness and tannic presence also make it ideal with roasted lamb, mushrooms, flavorful Tuscan dishes, and aged cheeses. It is a wine that pairs well with important dinners and characterful menus, without losing finesse.

Serving temperature

To best appreciate The Ricolma 2018, the ideal serving temperature is between 16 and 18°C. If the bottle has been stored for a long time in the cellar, it may be useful to open it in advance to promote oxygenation and allow the bouquet to express itself more fully.

Why buy it

The Ricolma 2018 Merlot Toscana IGT represents an interesting choice for those who desire a Tuscan wine with a strong personality, refined yet generous in its aromatic profile. The combination of selected Merlot grapes, careful vinification, and long aging in wood offers a bottle capable of standing out for its balance, intensity, and collectible value. It is a compelling purchase for a special dinner, to enrich one’s cellar, or to gift a great Italian red with a recognizable character.