Frescobaldi - Tenuta di Nipozzano : Mormoreto 2018

The balance and the richness of a great Tuscan red wine

The estate

An essential reference point for the great wines of Italy, Frescobaldi embodies the excellence of winegrowing in Tuscany. With seven different estates located in benchmark growing areas, Frescobaldi stands out for its ability to illustrate the full diversity of expression of the greatest Tuscan terroirs. Each of the estates has its own history, its own terroir, and passionate men and women who are driven by the desire to produce great wines. Frescobaldi - Tenuta di Nipozzano, 25 kilometres north of Florence, flourishes from its great exposure and natural protection against the vagaries of the climate thanks to its location in the Arno river valley. The estate's wines, symbolic of the Florentine wine tradition, are distinguished by their exceptional aromatic range, longevity on the palate and their great ageing potential.

The wine

From a vineyard placed at an altitude of 300 metres on sandy soils facing south-west, this Mormoreto has been produced since 1983, of great years only. Since the 2013 vintage, this wine has been blended from old vines of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, in addition to the traditional Sangiovese. This characterful red wine of IGT Toscana combines finesse and harmony with remarkable ageing potential.

The vintage

The cold winter had several rainy and snowy episodes. The spring was variable, alternating between mild days and heavy rainfall, which helped replenish water reserves. The mild temperatures advanced even growth. The hot summer saw a few storms in the second half of August, which allowed temperatures to drop, thus ensuring a gradual and quality ripening. The temperature variations recorded in September refined the ripening process, contributing to the aromatic synthesis and preserving the freshness so characteristic of the estate's wines.

Winemaking and ageing

The grapes were harvested by hand, then rigorously sorted in the vineyard and in the cellar. Malolactic fermentation was carried out after devatting. The wine was aged in French oak barrels for two years, followed by a few months' additional ageing in bottles to develop the balance, expression and elegance of this wine.

Blend

Cabernet sauvignon
Cabernet franc
Sangiovese
Petit verdot

Characteristics and tasting tips for Mormoreto 2018 from Frescobaldi - Tenuta di Nipozzano

Tasting

Colour
The colour is an intense, shining ruby red.

Nose
The nose mingles with perfect balance fruity (cranberry, raspberry, fig jam, morello cherry), spicy and roasted scents with delicious balsamic and tea notes.

Palate
Refreshing and with a lovely complexity, the palate entices with its roundness, balance and its ripe and silky tannins.