Tenuta Luce della Vite Luce Red 2020

Tenuta Luce della Vite Luce Tinto 2020

The Luce 2020 from Tenuta Luce della Vite is an iconic Italian red wine that represents the excellence of Montalcino. The result of a historic partnership between the Frescobaldi family and the legendary Californian winery Robert Mondavi, this wine was the first to combine the Sangiovese and Merlot grape varieties in Montalcino, creating a unique style that brings together the structure and elegance of Sangiovese with the roundness and softness of Merlot.

Philosophy and Terroir

Tenuta Luce's philosophy involves respect for a unique land and its beauty. Located in Montalcino, one of Tuscany's most prestigious wine regions, the estate benefits from an exceptional terroir that allows for the production of wines of great complexity and longevity.

Wine Characteristics

Visual: Deep ruby red with garnet reflections, intense and brilliant.

Aroma: Complex and elegant bouquet, with aromas of ripe red fruits (cherry, plum), floral notes (violets), sweet spices, hints of chocolate, vanilla, and balsamic nuances.

Palate: On the palate, it reveals great structure and elegance. The perfect combination of Sangiovese and Merlot provides silky and well-integrated tannins, full body, balanced acidity, and a long, persistent finish with notes of ripe fruit, spices, and minerality.

Pairing

Perfect to accompany:

• Noble red meats (fillet, prime rib)
• Game (venison, wild boar)
• Pasta with elaborate sauces
• Truffle risotto
• Aged Tuscan cheeses
• Haute cuisine dishes

Serving temperature: 18°C

Aging potential: 10-15 years