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CHF 127.80−13%(CHF 170.40/ℓ)
Recommended price: CHF 147.35
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Technical information
- Producer
- La Madonnina
- Name
- Rosso Toscana IGT
- Variety
- Syrah
- Vintage
- 2018
- Gradation
- 15.0%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Ripe small red fruits, balsamic notes, licorice, bitter cocoa
- Vinification method
- Skin maceration for 13 days, alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel, malolactic fermentation
- Aging
- 18 months in new French oak barriques
- Type of cask
- French oak barrique
- Color
- Red
- Serving temperature
- 16-18°C
- Pairing
- Red meats, aged cheeses
- Region
- Tuscany
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Bolgheri
- Type
- Red wine
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The Rosso Toscana IGT "Viator" from La Madonnina is a red wine of great expression and character, ideal for lovers of high-quality Tuscan wines.
Color: It boasts an intense ruby red color, which tends to garnet hues as it ages.
Aroma: On the nose, this wine releases a rich and complex bouquet, ranging from notes of ripe red fruits like cherry and plum, to spicy and slightly vanilla nuances, enriched by a light touch of toast from the wood.
Flavor: In the mouth, "Viator" from La Madonnina is robust and full-bodied, characterized by a remarkable structure and well-integrated tannins, promising excellent aging potential. Its acidity is well balanced, making it a harmonious wine that is persistently pleasant on the palate.
Vinification: The fermentation process occurs in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, followed by a maturation period in barriques for several months, which helps to enrich the aromatic complexity and soften the tannins.
Pairings: This wine perfectly matches with red meat dishes, roasts, game, and aged cheeses. It is also excellent as a wine for contemplation.
It is recommended to be served at a temperature of about 18°C to enhance all its aromas and flavors.
Thanks to its structure and complexity, the Rosso Toscana IGT "Viator" from La Madonnina is certainly a prestigious choice for any wine cellar and a cherished gift among connoisseurs. The wine is also an excellent candidate for aging, becoming even more fascinating and complex over time.
Color: It boasts an intense ruby red color, which tends to garnet hues as it ages.
Aroma: On the nose, this wine releases a rich and complex bouquet, ranging from notes of ripe red fruits like cherry and plum, to spicy and slightly vanilla nuances, enriched by a light touch of toast from the wood.
Flavor: In the mouth, "Viator" from La Madonnina is robust and full-bodied, characterized by a remarkable structure and well-integrated tannins, promising excellent aging potential. Its acidity is well balanced, making it a harmonious wine that is persistently pleasant on the palate.
Vinification: The fermentation process occurs in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, followed by a maturation period in barriques for several months, which helps to enrich the aromatic complexity and soften the tannins.
Pairings: This wine perfectly matches with red meat dishes, roasts, game, and aged cheeses. It is also excellent as a wine for contemplation.
It is recommended to be served at a temperature of about 18°C to enhance all its aromas and flavors.
Thanks to its structure and complexity, the Rosso Toscana IGT "Viator" from La Madonnina is certainly a prestigious choice for any wine cellar and a cherished gift among connoisseurs. The wine is also an excellent candidate for aging, becoming even more fascinating and complex over time.
The winery
La Madonnina
ToscanaItalia
Wine estate located in Bolgheri (LI) producing Bolgheri/Toscana IGT wines, as well as extra virgin olive oil and grappa; vineyards carefully tended with management entrusted to Riccardo Cotarella.
- Grape varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Syrah, Petit Verdot
- Estate located in Bolgheri, Castagneto Carducci.
- Declared total estate area: over 70 hectares; main vineyard approximately 6 hectares.
- Product range: Carpe Vesperum, Opera Omnia, Viator, La Madonnina, Franciacorta DOCG, grappa and oil.
- Winemaker and vineyard/winery management entrusted to Riccardo Cotarella.
- An olive grove and a protected woodland area are present.
The story
La Madonnina is an estate in Bolgheri that combines a historic farmhouse, a villa for events and cultivated land. The main vineyards were planted starting in 2002; over the years the estate has introduced a range of local wines, olive products and distilled spirits produced in limited quantities.
Production philosophy
Production focused on grape selection and the enhancement of individual grape varieties: an approach that combines respect for tradition, attention to the territory and openness to oenological experimentation to produce expressive, recognizable wines.
Terroir and vineyards
The estate is located on the western side of the Strada Bolgherese, in the intermediate band between the Colline Metallifere and the sea, at approximately 45 metres above sea level. Soils range from clayey to sandy. The property includes vineyards, an olive grove and the Macchia del Bruciato, which occupies a significant portion of the area.
Awards and recognition
Awards for individual wines: La Madonnina 2017, Opera Omnia 2018, Viator 2017.
Official Awards
| Expert | Prize | Description | Vintage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gambero Rosso |  |
2 Bicchieri Rossi - Un vino eccellente | 2021 |
| Veronelli |  |
3 Stelle | 2021 |
| Luca Maroni | 90+ | 2012 |
