# Linchetto (2023)

- **Producer:** Valle del Sole
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Sangiovese, Moscato Rosso d'Amburgo, Aleatico, Ciliegiolo, Colorino
- **Region:** Toscana, Italy
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €13
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 14–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** cherry, raspberry, rose, violet

## About this wine

Produced by Azienda Agricola Valle del Sole in the Colline Lucchesi area of Tuscany, Linchetto is named after a mischievous prankster sprite from Lucchese folklore. Acquired by the Borselli family in 1991 and today managed by Marco Borselli, the estate spans 13 hectares managed under certified organic and biodynamic principles. Located in the hamlet of Cappella at an elevation of 100 meters, the vineyards benefit from maritime breezes and significant diurnal temperature variation. This cuvée pays homage to local viticultural traditions by blending rare heritage grape varieties of Lucca alongside Sangiovese.

## Interesting facts

- Named after Linchetto, a playful prankster elf from local Lucchese folklore.
- Includes ancient local Tuscan grape varieties like Moscato Rosso d'Amburgo and Aleatico.
- Crafted using certified organic and biodynamic viticulture in the hills of Lucca.

## Food pairing

The lively acidity and supple, light-to-medium tannins of this vibrant Tuscan red pair exceptionally well with classic regional antipasti, tomato-based pasta dishes, and roasted white meats without overpowering delicate food textures.

## Wine making process

The grapes are harvested by hand from Guyot-trained vines planted in mineral-rich clay and sand soils. Vinification takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats at 24°C–26°C, utilizing indigenous yeasts for spontaneous fermentation. Cap management is conducted through manual punch-downs and pump-overs to ensure delicate extraction. The wine matures entirely in stainless steel tanks for several months prior to bottling without oak contact, keeping the focus on fruit purity.