Il Corzano Rosso IGT 2019

Wine Description for Il Corzano Rosso IGT 2019 by Corzano e Paterno

Colour & Appearance

Muted garnet red with youthful depth – a wine that reveals its Tuscan origin already in the glass.

Nose

Remarkably cool and precise in its aromatics: graphite and smoke set the tone, underpinned by plum, cranberry and fig. Fine floral notes of violet and wild roses join the composition. This combination of Sangiovese elegance and Cabernet structure already reveals remarkable finesse on the bouquet.

Palate

Red-fruited and lively on the palate, Il Corzano presents itself with vibrancy. The refreshing acidity is accompanied by a fine saline character – a typical hallmark of Tuscan wines of this style. The tannins are gripping yet ripe, never becoming obtrusive. Despite 14.5% alcohol, the wine remains remarkably drinkable and well-balanced. Every sip invites the next – the hallmark of a successful food wine.

Finish

Medium-length with persistent fruit and a spicy, slightly smoky note that invites further sipping.

Grape Variety & Vinification

A blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon from younger vineyards in cooler sites. Hand-harvested grapes, five-day cold maceration, spontaneous fermentation at low temperatures (18-22°C) and brief skin contact. Maturation deliberately takes place in stainless steel – no wooden barrels that might mask the fruit. Bottled in spring following harvest, preserving the wine’s freshness and vitality.

Food Pairing Suggestions

A wine made for purist Italian cuisine: pasta with salsiccia, grilled swordfish with rosemary potatoes or beetroot carpaccio with burrata. The saline minerality and lively acidity make it the ideal companion for hearty Mediterranean dishes.

Special Features

Il Corzano Rosso is the accessible, early-drinking entry wine from the Corzano e Paterno estate – an example that great Tuscan wines need not always be barrel-dominated. Here, fruit takes centre stage, supported by cool elegance.