Bertinga 'Sassi Chiusi' - Toscana

The 2018 Bertinga 'Sassi Chiusi' is a remarkable Tuscan red wine from Italy. Perched above a deep valley in Tuscany at an elevation of 420 meters, the nine - hectare Bertinga estate is run by an international team of wine pros. Their love for winemaking shines through in every bottle. This wine is a blend of 85% Sangiovese and 15% Merlot, harvested from three estate vineyards: Bertinga, Adine, and Vertine. The hand - picked whole clusters were carefully sorted by hand and fermented in stainless steel and concrete tanks. It was aged for 18 months and then spent another 12 months maturing in the bottle. This medium - to - full - bodied wine offers rich notes of fruit leather, ripe red fruits, with a hint of tobacco and spice. It pairs perfectly with meaty tomato - based pasta dishes, aged parmesan, and short ribs, making it a versatile choice for any wine lover's table.

To enjoy the Bertinga 'Sassi Chiusi' wine, first, let it breathe for about 30 minutes to an hour after opening. Pour it into a wide - bowl wine glass to enhance the aroma. Serve it at a temperature of around 18 - 20°C (64 - 68°F) for the best flavor. This wine pairs well with meaty tomato - based pasta, aged parmesan, and short ribs, but you can also experiment with other red - meat dishes. Store the unopened bottle in a cool, dark place with a consistent temperature. Once opened, if you have any left, re - cork it tightly and store it in the refrigerator. It should stay fresh for about 2 - 3 days.