Winery PoggiopaoliLorenzolo Morellino di Scansano
Red wine
This wine is a blend of 2 varietals which are the Ciliegiolo and the Sangiovese.
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 Lorenzolo Morellino di Scansano from the Winery Poggiopaoli
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Lorenzolo Morellino di Scansano of Winery Poggiopaoli in the region of Tuscany is a with a nice freshness.
Food and wine pairings with Lorenzolo Morellino di Scansano
Pairings that work perfectly with Lorenzolo Morellino di Scansano
Original food and wine pairings with Lorenzolo Morellino di Scansano
The Lorenzolo Morellino di Scansano of Winery Poggiopaoli matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or veal such as recipes of savoyard matafans, leg of lamb with crust or bacon and mushroom tagliatelle.
Details and technical informations about Winery Poggiopaoli's Lorenzolo Morellino di Scansano.
Discover the grape variety: Ciliegiolo
It is believed to be of Spanish origin. Today it is very present in Tuscany and in many other Italian regions where it is often blended with sangiovese to produce the famous Chianti. According to recent genetic analysis, it is the father of the said sangiovese, its mother being an almost unknown variety called calabrese di Montenuovo. - Synonymy: ciliegino, ciregiuolo or cireguoli, aleatico di spagna (for all the synonyms of the grape varieties, click here!). - Description: medium to large bunches, cylindrical-conical, winged, compact, strong medium-sized stalks with very little lignification; medium-sized, round berries, skin of medium thickness, very bluish-black with sometimes purplish reflections, juicy pulp. - Production potential: buds early in the year, only a few days after Chasselas. It is particularly fond of not too poor hillside soils. Vigorous, productive and regular, it should however be pruned in relation to the fact that its base eyes are not very fertile. Sensitive to wind, mildew, powdery mildew, acid rot and grey rot. Resistant to drought. Ripening 2nd period late. - Wine type/flavours: gives a full and supple wine with soft tannins, rich in alcohol, of a more or less dark ruby colour with in some cases purplish tints. Aromas of cinnamon, cherry, blueberry, spicy notes, plum, fresh grapes, liquorice, tobacco, vanilla, ... .
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Lorenzolo Morellino di Scansano from Winery Poggiopaoli are 2015, 2014, 2010, 0 and 2013.
Informations about the Winery Poggiopaoli
The Winery Poggiopaoli is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 4 wines for sale in the of Morellino di Scansano to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Morellino di Scansano
The wine region of Morellino di Scansano is located in the region of Toscane of Italy. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Villa Acquaviva or the Domaine Alberese produce mainly wines red and white. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Morellino di Scansano are Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Morellino di Scansano often reveals types of flavors of cherry, rosemary or spices and sometimes also flavors of ripe blackberries, black fruit or floral.
The wine region of Tuscany
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.
The word of the wine: Downy mildew
Disease of the vine due to a fungus. Downy mildew is formidable because it attacks all the organs, from the stem to the grapes, including the leaves, in depth. It was against it that the famous copper and lime-based Bordeaux mixture was developed.
