Frescobaldi Rèmole Toscana IGT 2023

Winery Background and History

The Frescobaldi family is among Tuscany’s most venerable winemaking dynasties, tracing aristocratic roots back to medieval Florence. Over centuries they expanded land holdings, viticulture expertise, and wine estates across Tuscany. The Rèmole label derives its name from Villa di Rèmole, a historic estate near Florence, reflecting the Frescobaldis’ emphasis on expressing Tuscany’s terroir through approachable, everyday wines. Rèmole is meant to capture the convivial spirit of Tuscan table wines: fruit-forward, balanced, and versatile.

Producer and Winemaker

Produced under the Frescobaldi umbrella, the Rèmole line is overseen by Frescobaldi’s enology and viticulture teams who coordinate vineyard selection, fermentation protocols, and blending. Their guiding goal is consistency across vintages while allowing vintage character to emerge. The winemaking approach is relatively modern but respectful of tradition: controlled fermentations, careful extraction, and modest aging to preserve freshness and drinkability.

Vineyards and Micro Climate

Grapes for Rèmole come from vineyards in Tuscany under the Toscana IGT designation. The microclimate benefits from warm summer sun tempered by breezes and cooler nights, which help retain acidity and aromatic integrity. Soils are well-drained with clay, limestone, and schistous elements typical of Tuscan hillside sites. The combination of sun exposure, temperature variation, and soil stress encourages concentration of flavors without excessive yields.

Vinification & Aging Methods

After hand harvest, grapes are destemmed, gently crushed, and fermented in stainless steel under temperature control to maintain fruit purity and moderate tannin extraction. Malolactic fermentation follows to soften acidity and round texture. The wine is then aged primarily in steel tanks for about four months, and receives an additional two months of bottle refinement before release, allowing integration and smoothing of primary aromas.

Tasting Notes

Color: bright, intense red-purple hue. The nose brings forward red and black fruit aromas—cherry, raspberry, black currant—accompanied by delicate spice and light balsamic notes. On the palate it is medium-bodied, with juicy fruit core, gentle tannins, and a balanced acid frame. The finish is clean and pleasant, showing hints of red berry, a whisper of black pepper, and persistent fruit.

Food & Wine Pairing

Pairs well with savory first courses, cured meats, and moderately flavored red meats. Try it with pasta ragù, grilled sausages, roast chicken with herbs, or charcuterie boards. It also complements pizza, lasagna, and medium-intensity Tuscan dishes. Avoid very heavy sauces or extremely spicy dishes that could overwhelm its moderate frame.

Service Methods and Temperatures

Serve at 16–18 °C in a medium to large red wine glass to allow aromatic expression. A short decant of 20–30 minutes may help open aromas, especially for younger bottles. Pour gently to avoid stirring sediment. Keep the bottle at serving temperature using minimal chilling if needed, but avoid overcooling.

Storage and Aging Potential

Store horizontally in a cool, stable cellar environment (12–15 °C, 60–70 % humidity, dark, vibration-free). While Rèmole is crafted for early consumption, the 2024 vintage could develop over 4 to 6 years under good conditions, with gradual softening of tannins and emergence of secondary notes such as earth or leather. Once opened, re-cork and consume within 1–2 days.

Grape Varietals & percentage used

Sangiovese + a percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon 

ABV (Alcohol by Volume)

12.5 %