# Per Sempre Tua Rita (2021)

- **Producer:** Tua Rita
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Syrah
- **Region:** Toscana, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €190
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black cherry, black pepper, black plum, violet, smoke, cedar, chocolate, tobacco, leather, earth

## About this wine

Per Sempre Tua Rita is a 100% Syrah red wine from the Toscana IGT appellation in Tuscany, Italy. The wine's name, meaning 'Forever', is dedicated to the winery's founder, Virgilio, and his deep affection for the Syrah grape. Tua Rita, established in 1984 by Rita and Virgilio, initially focused on olive oil before venturing into winemaking. Their philosophy centers on 'quality without compromise,' a principle that has guided their pursuit of excellence. The estate's vineyards are situated in Suvereto, in the Alta Maremma region, on soils rich in minerals and pink marble. The 2021 vintage is characterized by its freshness and structure, with a focus on savory and mineral notes, reflecting the unique terroir.

## Interesting facts

- The name 'Per Sempre' means 'Forever' in Italian.
- The wine is a tribute to the founder Virgilio's love for Syrah.
- Vineyards are rich in minerals and pink marble.
- Tua Rita was initially an olive oil producer.

## Food pairing

The wine's structure, with its polished tannins and medium+ body, makes it well-suited to complement the richness and protein of red meats. The savory and mineral notes in the wine can echo earthy flavors in dishes, while its freshness can cut through fattier components.

## Wine making process

Per Sempre Tua Rita is produced from 100% Syrah grapes grown in Tuscany. The winemaking process involves manual pressing, often in open vats or barriques, with the potential use of stems during fermentation depending on weather conditions. The wine is aged for 15-17 months in first-passage French oak barriques. After bottling, it undergoes several months of bottle aging before its release. The producer, Tua Rita, emphasizes natural farming methods to ensure vineyard health and environmental well-being, reflecting a philosophy of quality without compromise and a spirit of innovation.