# Uno (2021)

- **Producer:** Tenuta Di Carleone
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** 100% Sangiovese
- **Region:** Toscana, Italy
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €90
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, red plum, blackberry, black cherry, rose, iris, citrus peel, vanilla, cloves, cedar, pepper, wet stones, earth

## About this wine

Uno by Tenuta Di Carleone is a 100% Sangiovese from Tuscany, specifically sourced from vineyards near Radda in Chianti. The 2021 vintage holds special significance as it represents the 30th harvest for winemaker Sean O'Callaghan in the region. Tenuta di Carleone, founded by Karl Egger, is dedicated to a philosophy of understanding Sangiovese through organic, biodynamic, and low-intervention practices. The estate's vineyards are situated in a diverse landscape, contributing to the wine's character. This particular bottling is noted for its unique style, which draws inspiration from the elegance of Burgundy, focusing on freshness and structure.

## Interesting facts

- This bottling marks Sean O'Callaghan's 30th harvest in Tuscany.
- The wine is inspired by the elegance and structure of Burgundy wines.
- Uses whole-bunch fermentation, a signature of the winemaker.
- Bottled unfined and unfiltered, preserving its natural character.

## Food pairing

The wine's vibrant acidity and firm tannins cut through the richness of braised meats and game, while its savory notes complement earthy flavors. The fruit profile harmonizes with sauces featuring berries or herbs, and the structure stands up to the intensity of aged cheeses.

## Wine making process

Uno is crafted using 100% Sangiovese grapes from Tenuta di Carleone's vineyards. The winemaking process emphasizes minimal intervention, with fermentation occurring in cement and open-top vats, followed by an extended maceration period of 40-60 days. A signature technique involves the use of whole grapes, including stems, in about 30-40% of the fermentation. The wine is aged for 18 months, with a small fraction in new tonneaux and the remainder in cement and stainless steel. It is bottled unfined and unfiltered, preserving its natural character and integrity.