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Tales of Tuscany with Massimo
Thursday, February 27, 6-7:30 pm at Wine Republic
Seated & Guided Tasting, Presented by Massimo Serradimigni, Fine Italian Wine Specialist
Tickets: Free, wine club members | $20 non-members
Presented by Massimo Serradimigni, who works for Winebow Imports Heritage Division as a Fine Wine Specialist with a strong focus and background in Italian wine. As a dually certified Italian Wine Ambassador with Vinitaly International Academy, Massimo enjoys sharing his knowledge and passion for Italian wine in a fun and engaging manner, using historical context and cultural references.
Rocca di Frassinello, founded in 2002, is a joint venture between Paolo Panerai of Castellare di Castellina and Domaines Barons de Rothschild-Lafite. The aim was to blend Tuscan and Bordeaux winemaking expertise and capitalize on the “Super Tuscan” phenomenon. Located in the Maremma area, the purpose-built winery is seriously impressive, featuring state-of-the-art gravity-fed systems and superb visitor facilities. Little expense has been spared to create something special, and the quality of the wines speaks for itself showing what happens when Italian tradition meets French innovation in a stunning Tuscan setting.
Featured Wines
Barone Pizzini Franciacorta Brut ‘Animante’
Barone Pizzini’s ‘Animante’ comes from vineyards located in the municipalities of Provaglio d’Iseo and Passirano. It is produced with 78% Chardonnay, 18% Pinot Noir and 4% Pinot Blanc. The grapes undergo a soft pressing and ferment in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature. Subsequently the wine ages in the same containers for 6 months, and for further 18-30 months in bottle. Characterized by a straw yellow color. The nose opens with a floral bouquet, enriched with pleasant fruity hints of citrus, acacia honey, apricot and dried fruit. On the palate it is fine, creamy and with a pleasantly savory finish.
Rocca di Frassinello Maremma Toscana Vermentino, 2023
A vine that gives of its best in the Maremma as well as in Sardinia. The nose has a fine and delicate hint of fruit, with aromatic citrus notes that gives the wine great freshness. It has a balanced taste, well-supported by its acidity and mineral component that give it sapidity and persistence. The best Vermentino grapes treated with care right from the harvest, and 10 months of permanence on the lees, allow to obtain a harmonious white wine, with a full and silky sip, rich in floral aromas, citrus notes and a distinctly mineral component which gives freshness and flavor. A wine of great persistence that is able to refine in the bottle for several years.
Rocca di Frassinello Maremma Toscana Poggio Alla Guardia, 2022
Poggio alla Guardia a benchmark wine, the third label released, from the great project of Rocca di Frassinello. A remarkable Chianti, named for its region of origin, will have a bright acidity, supple tannins and plenty of cherry fruit character. A wine with a very marked personality, spicy but very easy to drink. Blend of 45% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Sangiovese.
Rocca di Frassinello Maremma Toscana Le Sughere Di Frassinello, 2020
Maremma is a relatively new Tuscan wine region, best known for its connection to the rise of "Super Tuscans", and this is a wine that follows right in that mould, albeit at a more modest price. It's an impressive blend of 50% Sangiovese with 25% each of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, half of which is aged in oak for 12 months. The result? Generous dark fruit, gentle spice, and a soft, velvety texture. The tannins are firm but beautifully integrated, making it approachable yet refined, with just the right balance of richness and freshness.
Rocca di Frassinello Maremma Toscana, 2020
Blend of 60% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Merlot. An intense ruby red color with hints of garnet. Sweet red berries, roses and licorice are among the aromas and flavors that emerge from this gorgeous red. A wine that succeeds in combining strength, intensity and elegance, with soft tannins, a roundness in the mouth and a pleasant long finish.
Reservations required.
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