Il Borro Toscana IGT, Italy, 750ml
The Estate
Il Borro has its roots in a fascinating thousand-year history, brought back to life by the Ferragamo family, also in terms of wine production. With a careful study of the terroir, the unique microclimate and the composition of the soil, Salvatore Ferragamo has launched an ambitius redevelopment project. He has recovered the historic vineyards, preserving their value, and introduced new vines in harmony with the territory, to best enhance their potential.
The Wine
The Prince Wine of our Azienda, the one who best embody our values and vision. After an accurate geological study, the three varietals Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, were planted in the best adapted soils, so they will express their maximum potential, giving live to a velvety and oppulent blend.
Tasting notes
Profile: A Full Body wine, with a perfect balance between elegancce and structure.
Color: Dark Red with Purple reflections.
Nose: Intense, with notes of forest floor, open to spices and teciary aromas of cacao and sweet tobacco.
Palate: Dry, soft tannins and well refined open space to a long velvety finish.
Country of Origin:
Italy
Region / Denomination (Appellation) / Cru:
Tuscany / Toscana IGT (*)
(*)Used to Produce Great Wines with Grape Varietals other than the accepted by the Consorcio Chianti (Ex.Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah)
Certification:
Since 2015, Il Borro has been certified Biologico (Byodinamic), reflecting a sustainable philosophy that values the biodiversity and protects the environment. Each activity is inspired to respect nature, the vines and vegetable gardens at Il Borro, in a constant effort towards responsible agriculture.
Grape Varieties:
Merlot: 50%, Cabernet Sauvignon: 35%, Syrah: 15%
Alcohol:
14.5%
Producer:
Il Borro
Ratings:
Wine Advocate (93pts)
Food Pairing:
Tuscan specialty dishes based on meat, aged cheeses, meat entres well structured like "brasati" (braised), "guanchiale brasato" (braised bacon), "cinghiale in umido" (wildboar stew), "bistecca alla fiorentina" (steak florentine)
Vintage Caractheristics:
2020:
The vintage was caractherized by a dry and mild winter, followed by a spring with warm enough tempertures until the end of May, interrupted by a serie of heat waves that gave way to a very hot summer. Some heavy pours at the begginning of September brought to a fairly anticipated harvest, with great quality grapes.