Podere Ciona, Merlot "Le Diacce" IGT, Tuscany, Italy 2013
100% Merlot {organic}
BLACK CURRANT & PLUM, SMOKY SPICE
Resting high in hillsides of Gaiole, a Chianti Classico township, is the estate of Podere Ciona. In this idyllic landscape, Podere Ciona cultivates and produces the Merlot grapes used in this cuvée, "Le Diacce". This elegant red projects generous aromas of french lavender and tart red fruit notes with a finale of chocolate and vanilla. Aged for 18 months in new French oak barriques followed by 12 months in the bottle, this wine radiates its mature personality.
Serving Suggestions: Soy, ginger and chile marinated grilled beef with sesame dressing and salad of edamame, radishes and watercress