# Il Ghizzano Rosso (2021)

- **Producer:** Tenuta di Ghizzano
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Sangiovese, Merlot
- **Region:** Tuscany, Italy
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €15
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black plum, cherry, black cherry, raspberry, blackberry, currant, coffee, thyme, vanilla, balsamic, cedar

## About this wine

Il Ghizzano Rosso 2021 is a red wine from the IGT Costa Toscana appellation in Tuscany, Italy, produced by Tenuta di Ghizzano. It is primarily a blend of 95% Sangiovese and 5% Merlot. The estate, owned by the Venerosi Pesciolini family for 26 generations since 1370, is situated in the Colline Pisane region. Their winemaking philosophy emphasizes respect for nature and the territory, employing certified organic and biodynamic farming practices. The vineyard soils are marine, containing fossils, clay, sand, and a limestone component, influenced by the nearby sea.

## Interesting facts

- Family has owned the estate for over 650 years.
- Certified organic and biodynamic farming.
- Indigenous yeasts used for fermentation.
- Soils are marine with fossils.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and well-integrated acidity make it versatile. Its subtle tannins complement the protein in meats, while its herbal notes echo well with Mediterranean herbs. The bright acidity can cut through richer dishes, and the fruit profile harmonizes with savory sauces.

## Wine making process

Il Ghizzano Rosso 2021 is produced using grapes harvested by hand and meticulously selected. Fermentation takes place with indigenous yeasts in open wooden vats over 12-14 days. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in wooden barrels, with potential aging in stainless steel tanks. The estate employs certified organic and biodynamic farming practices, reflecting a philosophy of minimal intervention and respect for the natural environment.