Tuscany, ItalyLucente is the younger brother of Super Tuscan star Luce. That said, there is nothing junior about the powerful, dense red. A blend of merlot and sangiovese was fermented in stainless before spending 2 years in new and used barriques. Ripe black cherry, kirsch, medicinal-edged cassis, tanned leather rules the compact, intense palate, with big, raggedy tannins drawing this back to a warming clove and nutmeg spiced finish. A giant junior, this requires a rich meat dish to partner, and probably a decant at this stage.Tasted: 30 October 2020Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$35.99
750ml
BCLS
AB
$31.00
750ml
private wine stores
ON
$33.95
750ml
LCBO
QC
$34.95
750ml
SAQ
QC
$75.00
1500ml
SAQ
ON
$90.00
1500ml
The Beer Guy
NF
$42.00
750ml
Producer: Tenuta LuceDistributors: Mark Anthony Wines and Spirits Blend: Sangiovese - MerlotCSPC: 519421UPC: 8002366000931
Tuscany, ItalyLucente is termed a second wine, but this blend of merlot and sangiovese is much more than that. It begins with a stainless steel ferment before spending 24 months of ageing in a mix of aged barrels, including a portion of new oak. 2017 was a perfect year, from a fresh, crisp spring to a dry summer, with only a little helping rain before harvest to freshen the fruit. The nose is fragrant with notes of wild strawberries, black raspberries, and spice that tumble onto its toasty, silky, umami-laden red fruit palate. There is a slight tug of tannin, but you can easily enjoy this now with steak or chicken. Hold or drink. Love the balance. On sale for $35.99
VIDEO: Interview with the winemaker and tour of the estate. https://youtu.be/pnDYmiGBxd8Tasted: 24 November 2019Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$35.99
750ml
BCLS
AB
$31.00
750ml
private wine stores
ON
$33.95
750ml
LCBO
QC
$34.95
750ml
SAQ
QC
$75.00
1500ml
SAQ
ON
$90.00
1500ml
The Beer Guy
NF
$42.00
750ml
Producer: Tenuta LuceDistributors: Mark Anthony Wines and Spirits Blend: Sangiovese - MerlotCSPC: 519421UPC: 8002366000931
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