The Ricolma 2022 Merlot Toscana IGT San Giusto Rentennano

The Ricolma 2022 Merlot Toscana IGT by San Giusto a Rentennano

The Ricolma 2022 Merlot Toscana IGT is a red wine of great personality crafted by San Giusto a Rentennano, made from 100% Merlot and designed to best express the elegant and deep character of the grape variety in Tuscany. It is born from hand-picked grapes at perfect ripeness, selected from the vineyard areas most suited to this variety, to create a red rich in identity, balance, and capacity for evolution.

Territory and wine style

This Merlot Toscana IGT interprets in a refined way the relationship between the international grape variety and the Tuscan territory. The choice to harvest late, compared to local customs, allows for obtaining mature and concentrated raw material while maintaining freshness and expressive precision. Vinification in steel and subsequent maturation in French oak barriques for 20-22 months contribute to defining a measured, deep, and harmonious style, where the wood accompanies without overwhelming.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents a bright ruby red. The bouquet recalls plum and sour cherry, followed by hints of licorice, violet, chinotto, fern, and light forest sensations. On the palate, it shows good balance and coherence, with a tannic structure that is present but orderly and an aromatic freshness that supports the sip with continuity. The structure is significant, yet always guided by a natural elegance, with a long and engaging finish.

Recommended pairings

The Ricolma 2022 Merlot Toscana IGT pairs easily with flavorful and structured dishes, such as roasted red meats, braised dishes, grilled fillet, light game, and preparations with mushrooms. It is also excellent with aged cheeses and recipes from Tuscan cuisine with a strong flavor. Its combination of ripe fruit, tannin, and freshness makes it suitable for important tables and characterful menus.

Serving temperature

To best enhance The Ricolma 2022 Merlot Toscana IGT, a serving temperature between 16 and 18 °C is recommended. A short period of oxygenation in the bottle or decanter can help express the aromatic profile with greater precision, especially in the early years after bottling.

Why buy it

Choosing The Ricolma 2022 Merlot Toscana IGT means opting for a Tuscan wine of strong personality, capable of combining aromatic richness, structure, and finesse. It is an ideal bottle for those seeking an elegant, well-constructed Merlot suitable for both thoughtful tasting and pairing with great dishes. The signature of San Giusto a Rentennano adds further value to a label that stands out for precision, depth, and style.