Frescobaldi - Tenuta Luce della Vite : Luce 2019

A fine Tuscan wine that harmoniously blends complexity and elegance

The estate

The Frescobaldi family, a great Florentine family dedicated to the production of fine Tuscan wines, has been established on its historic land for over 1000 years. Their influence considerably increased during the Florentine Republic, when the city's banking industry was developing. Notably, the family took part in large-scale infratruscture projets at the time, such as the Ponte Santa Trinita and the Basilica di Santo Spirito. Located in the Montalcino area, to the southwest of the medieval city, Tenuta Luce Della Vite, one of the Frescobaldi family's estates, produces some of the finest Tuscan and Italian wines.

The vineyard

Frescobaldi - Tenuta Luce della Vite covers 192 hectares, of which 55 are planted with vines, and with an average density of 6,100 vines per hectare. With an altitude of between 350 and 420 metres above sea level, the estate holds one of the region’s highest vineyards.

The soils are rich in pebbles and sediments but poorer in organic materials. This soil type combined with a pleasant sun exposure on its southern slope provide the ideal conditions and lead to the production of fine Sangiovese wines, through a slow ripening process. The Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grape varieties are planted on the lower part of the vineyard, on the clay soils.

The vintage

A cold, dry winter gave way to a cool, rainy spring. These conditions delayed the growth cycle of the vines by almost 10 days. Despite this climate, the flowering period was even. The summer was hot and followed by rainy spells, which advanced an excellent development of the vineyard. September was particularly mild with moderate rainfall, which ensured a slow and regular ripening of the grapes, and thus gave rise to wines with fine tannins, a rare aromatic freshness and a subtle combination between balance and power, all factors that guarantee a great ageing potential.

Winemaking and ageing

Fermentation for 12 days in cement vats. Skin contact maceration for 22 days. Malolactic fermentation in barrels. Aged for 24 months in barrels (80% new, 20% one wine).

Blend

Merlot
Sangiovese.

Characteristics and tasting tips for Frescobaldi - Tenuta Luce delle Vite's Luce 2019

Tasting

Colour
The colour is an intense ruby red.

Nose
The nose combines floral fragrances (violet, rose) with notes of raspberry and sweet spices.

Palate
Balanced and elegant, the palate entices with a smooth touch and silky tannins. The finish is lingering and reveals flavoursome spicy notes.