Belguardo Ciliegiolo

Producer:
Marchesi Mazzei
Region:
Tuscany
Grape:
100% Ciliegiolo
Classification:
DOC Maremma Toscana
Vintage:
2024
Capacity:
0.75 l

A dry red wine made from the indigenous Tuscan Ciliegiolo grape variety. While Tuscany is associated with the ubiquitous Sangiovese, which produces elegant and powerful wines, there are also oenological “gems” such as Ciliegiolo. Known since Etruscan times, it thrives in the sunny vineyards of the Tuscan coast. The name of this grape variety is associated with “ciliegia” – Italian for cherry, and indeed, the first sip of wine brings to mind crisp, juicy summer cherries. It is incredibly pleasant, appealing with its beautiful color and delicacy. Unaged in wood, Ciliegiolo goes very well with many dishes, while for those who break with convention, it is recommended as an accompaniment to fish, mainly tuna, and even seafood salads.

Details

Color: ruby red with a shiny finish.

Aroma: fruity, with notes of sweet cherry and sour cherry.

Flavor: full-bodied, rich, fresh.

Food matching: perfect with cold cuts, prosciutto and cheese appetizers, pasta with mushroom sauces and meat ragout, lamb, veal and grilled meats.

Serving temperature: 16°C.

Alcohol content: 11,5%.

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