Frescobaldi - Tenuta Luce della Vite : Lucente 2019

A fresh and fruity great Tuscan wine

The estate

The Frescobaldi family, a Florentine dynasty devoted to the production of Tuscan wines, has been established in this historic land for over 1000 years. Its influence grew considerably during the period of the Republic of Florence, when the city's banking industry developed. In particular, the family was involved in the great works of the time, such as the Santa Trinita Bridge and the Santo Spirito Basilica. Located in the Montalcino area, southwest of the medieval city, Frescobaldi - Tenuta Luce della Vite is one of the family's estates that produces some of the greatest wines of Tuscany and of Italy.

The vineyard

Situated in the Montalcino winegrowing area, south-west of the medieval city, Frescobaldi - Tenuta Luce Della Vite, one of the Frescobaldi family’s estates, stretches across 192 hectares, of which 55 are planted with vines.

The wine

Lucente 2019 is an IGT Toscana wine that stems from a vineyard placed on soils rich in pebbles and sediments, with a good position facing south.

The vintage

The cold but sunny winter of 2019 was followed by a cool and rainy spring, which built up good water reserves.
However, low light levels and high rainfall delayed the growth cycle. Flowering took place at the end of May and beginning of June. The summer season was hot but without heatwaves, and saw some rain at the end of July and beginning of August. The mildness of September advanced a slow and regular ripening of the grapes until the harvest.

Winemaking and ageing

Winemaking in thermo-regulated steel vats. Fermentation of 10 days followed a must fermentation of 20 days and a malolactic fermentation. Ageing over 12 months in barrels.

Blend

Merlot
Sangiovese.

Characteristics and tasting tips for Lucente 2019 from Frescobaldi - Tenuta Luce della Vite

Tasting

Colour
The wine has an intense red and purplish colour.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet develops notes of ripe red fruits (raspberry, cherry), which mingle with vanilla scents to combine with a light balsamic touch.

Palate
Supple and balanced right from the attack, the palate entices with its nice freshness and soft tannins. The finish, throughout, is soft and lasting.