Winery BanfiCollepino (Merlot - Sangiovese)
Red wine
This wine is a blend of 2 varietals which are the Sangiovese and the Merlot.
In the mouth this red wine is a with a nice freshness.
This wine generally goes well with poultry, beef or veal.
Taste structure of the Collepino (Merlot - Sangiovese) from the Winery Banfi
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Collepino (Merlot - Sangiovese) of Winery Banfi in the region of Toscane is a with a nice freshness.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Collepino (Merlot - Sangiovese) of Winery Banfi in the region of Toscane often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or microbio and sometimes also flavors of vegetal, oak or tree fruit.
Food and wine pairings with Collepino (Merlot - Sangiovese)
Pairings that work perfectly with Collepino (Merlot - Sangiovese)
Original food and wine pairings with Collepino (Merlot - Sangiovese)
The Collepino (Merlot - Sangiovese) of Winery Banfi matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or veal such as recipes of authentic bolognese sauce (ragù di carne), pasta with merguez or roasted stuffed goose with mushroom sauce.
Details and technical informations about Winery Banfi's Collepino (Merlot - Sangiovese).
Discover the grape variety: Sangiovese
Originally from Italy, it is the famous Sangiovese of Tuscany producing the famous wines of Brunello de Montalcino and Chianti. This variety is registered in the Official Catalogue of Wine Grape Varieties, list A1. According to recent genetic analysis, it is the result of a natural cross between the almost unknown Calabrese di Montenuovo (mother) and Ciliegiolo (father).
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Collepino (Merlot - Sangiovese) from Winery Banfi are 2016, 2009, 2008, 2007 and 2018.
Informations about the Winery Banfi
The Winery Banfi is one of of the world's great estates. It offers 94 wines for sale in the of Toscane to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Toscane
Tuscany is one of the most famous and prolific wine regions in Europe. It is best known for its Dry red wines made from Sangiovese grapes, which dominate production. These include Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. The region's Vin Santo is also highly prized, as are its passito dessert wines, though these are produced in comparatively tiny quantities.
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