"Le Pergole Torte" Rosso di Toscana 2015

750ml

Overview

Montevertine Le Pergole Torte Rosso di Toscana 2015 is a standout vintage of this iconic 100% Sangiovese wine. Crafted from some of the estate’s best vineyard parcels, this wine represents the pinnacle of Montevertine’s dedication to purity, elegance, and tradition. The 2015 vintage benefited from an ideal growing season, producing a wine of exceptional depth, structure, and aging potential.

Vinification and Aging

• Fermentation: Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in cement tanks, allowing for natural extraction of flavors and tannins.
• Aging: Aged for approximately 24 months in a combination of large Slavonian oak casks and smaller French barriques, followed by an additional year in bottle before release.
• Bottling: Unfiltered to maintain authenticity and ensure long-term cellaring potential.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep ruby red with brilliant garnet reflections.
• Aroma: Intensely aromatic with ripe red cherries, wild berries, and floral notes of dried roses and violets. Hints of tobacco, spice, cedar, and earth emerge with aeration, adding complexity.
• Palate: Full-bodied yet refined, with a silky texture and a vibrant core of red fruit. The firm but polished tannins provide structure, while fresh acidity keeps the wine lively and energetic. Subtle notes of leather, graphite, and balsamic undertones evolve on the mid-palate.
• Finish: Long and persistent, leaving lingering notes of red berries, spice, and minerality.

Food Pairing

This vintage pairs beautifully with classic Tuscan dishes such as bistecca alla fiorentina, roasted game meats, and aged Pecorino Toscano. It also complements truffle-infused pasta, braised lamb, and wild mushroom risotto.

Serving Recommendations

• Serving Temperature: 16–18°C (61–64°F) to enhance aromatics and complexity.
• Decanting: Recommended for at least 1–2 hours before serving to allow full expression of its depth and nuances.

Aging Potential

The 2015 Le Pergole Torte is built for longevity and will continue to develop over the next 15–20 years. As it matures, expect deeper tertiary notes of dried herbs, leather, and forest floor to emerge, further enhancing its already captivating profile.