Saracosa (187ml) 2020

Toscana IGT

3.5 / 5 (2 reviews)

95pts, Luca Maroni, 2022

Crafted by Sofia Barbanera on her family’s Tuscan estate, Saracosa blends Sangiovese, Cabernet and Merlot – the classic Super Tuscan recipe. Awarded 95pts by Luca Maroni, this red was part oak aged for extra complexity and presented in a handy size.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Silky dark chocolate, spicy cherry and plum flavour. Very long

Aroma

Bright cherry and plum fruit with a touch of spice

Allergy information

Contains sulphites

More information

Red - Medium Bodied
Sangiovese based blend
Italy
Deep scarlet

13.0% ABV
2.43 Units
187.00 ml
31 December, 2023

Saracosa is inspired by the ‘Super Tuscans’ – a style first developed by Antinori in the 1970s. These wines kick started the region’s renaissance and became some of the most exclusive and expensive in the world. Saracosa is from the Barbanera family estate, overlooked by the Saracosa hill near Montalcino. Half their vineyards are in the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG, and the remainder just beyond. In the 2020 vintage Saracosa’s old vines delivered exceptional concentration. The fruit was then part-aged in French oak barriques to lend a toasty layer of complexity. Dense, dark cherry and chocolatey tones make this a serious choice for pasta with pork ragù or bistecca alla fiorentina (steak with cannellini beans in tomato sauce).

"Great wine. Nice and robust but not overpowering" 5-Star Online Review
For the 2019 vintage