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Bonorli Toscana IGT Rosso - Melini 2022

Name: Bonorli Toscana IGT Rosso - Melini
Brand: Melini
SKU: GIV-62566
Price: 13.8 EUR
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Format: 75 cl

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Technical information

Producer	Melini
Name	Toscana IGT Rosso
Variety	Merlot 85%, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese
Vintage	2022
Gradation	14.0%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Red fruits, spices, balsamic notes
Vinification method	Steel fermentation, skin maceration
Region	Tuscany
Production area	Hill between Borro di Cepparello and Borro di Granaio
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Aging	Several months in oak barrels
Type of cask	Oak
Color	Red
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Recommended consumption	Up to 6 years
Pairing	Red meats, aged cheeses

Description

The Bonorli Toscana IGT Rosso di Melini is a lively and expressive example of Tuscany's red wines. Produced by the historic Melini winery, located in the heart of Chianti, this wine represents a perfect fusion of tradition and innovation.

Known for its intense ruby red color, the Bonorli offers a rich and complex bouquet on the nose, with notes of ripe red fruits like cherry and plum, enriched by spicy nuances and a light touch of vanilla deriving from aging in wood. On the palate, it reveals itself as balanced and harmonious, with a good tannic structure that promises excellent aging potential. The well-balanced acidity and aromatic persistence make this wine particularly enjoyable to taste.

Ideal to serve with hearty Italian dishes, such as pasta with wild boar ragù or roasted meats, the Bonorli Toscana IGT Rosso di Melini is also perfect as a wine for contemplation. An authentic jewel that enhances the richness of the Tuscan territory.

The winery

Melini – Winery in Toscana

Discover the story and wines of Melini.

Historic Tuscan winery based in Gaggiano (municipality of Poggibonsi, SI), known for its Chianti Classico and for the cru La Selvanella. (https://www.gruppoitalianovini.it/brand/melini)

Region: Toscana

Country: Italia

Founded: 1705

Grapes: Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon

Established in 1705. Historic cru: La Selvanella. Headquarters and winery in Gaggiano, in the municipality of Poggibonsi. Part of Gruppo Italiano Vini. Vineyards planted predominantly with Sangiovese, with the remaining area planted to Cabernet and Merlot.

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Winery history

The Melini family's roots in winemaking date back to the 18th century; the winery is recorded in historical sources as active since 1705. Over the course of the 20th century ownership passed through several hands before becoming part of Gruppo Italiano Vini, which still oversees its brand and production.

Production philosophy

The winery combines Chianti tradition with modern winemaking techniques, focusing on vineyard selection and the expression of Sangiovese, either as a single-varietal or in blends with international grape varieties, to produce terroir-driven, ready-to-drink wines.

Terroir and vineyards

The facilities are located in the hills of the Chianti Classico around Gaggiano. Among the estates and vineyards cited in the sources are La Selvanella, Granaio and Terrarossa; the vineyards are situated on hillsides, with exposures and elevations typical of the Chianti Classico area.