Il Randagio IGT 2024

Wine Description for Il Randagio IGT 2024 by Tenuta di Carleone

Character

Il Randagio – „the wanderer“ – presents itself as an accessible, fresh Bordeaux blend from Tuscany that deliberately prioritises elegance and drinkability over power. With a moderate 12.5% alcohol content, this IGT wine embodies a contemporary, carefree style that embraces the international varietal tradition of Tuscany without losing itself in heaviness. A wine that combines craftsmanship with lightness.

Terroir & Origin

Tenuta di Carleone manages its vineyards in Tuscany, that legendary wine region which for decades has not only excelled with Sangiovese but also unites French varieties such as Cabernet Franc and Merlot with Mediterranean temperament. The mild Tuscan climate with its warm days and cooling nights creates ideal conditions for balanced, aromatic red wines. The IGT classification allows winemakers creative freedom beyond traditional DOC regulations.

Grape Variety & Vinification

The blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot follows the Tuscan tradition of „Super Tuscans“, albeit in a more modest, everyday-friendly execution. Cabernet Franc contributes spicy herbal notes, floral accents and fine-grained tannins, whilst Merlot provides smoothness, fruit fullness and velvety body. The moderate alcohol level suggests deliberate harvest timings that prioritise freshness and drinking elegance – an approach that reflects current sensibilities and favours finesse over opulence.

Food Pairing Suggestions

A versatile companion for Mediterranean cuisine: excellent with pasta in tomato and basil sauce, grilled vegetables with olive oil or Pizza Margherita. It also harmonises beautifully with mature Pecorino, herb-roasted chicken or grilled lamb chops. The balance between fruit and structure makes it the ideal terrace wine for warm summer evenings – unpretentious, yet far from inconsequential.