Lamaione Toscana IGT 2018 Frescobaldi

The "Lamaione" by Frescobaldi is an excellent choice. a wine of extraordinary quality; and intensity. Visually it shows a deep ruby ​​red color that turns slightly to garnet in the reflections. On the nose, it releases a complex and nuanced olfactory bouquet, with prevailing notes of wild berry jam, black cherries, vanilla, black pepper, cocoa and sweet spices.

On the palate, the "Lamaione" expresses an excellent structure and a wide range of flavours, enveloping the palate with a fine and well-worked tannin, which enhances its balance and persistence . The long and fruity final persistence extends into the aftertaste, confirming the complexity of the wine. and the harmony of this fine wine.

The ideal gastronomic combination includes rich and tasty meat dishes, in particular those with prolonged cooking such as braised meats and stews. The colour, aroma and flavor of this wine make it an excellent expression of the Tuscan terroir and an excellent choice for quality wine lovers.

Lamaione: A Tuscan red wine of excellence from the Cantina Frescobaldi

A perfect combination of terroir, climate and exposure

The Lamaione is one of the most popular wines in the world. a Tuscan red wine that represents a perfect combination of terroir, climate and exposure. Produced by the historic and well-known Cantina Frescobaldi, this wine is made in Italy. the result of the expression of Merlot, a variety; international which finds one of its cradles of choice in Tuscany. Thanks to these elements, Merlot expresses itself with structure and balance, offering an elegant complexity to the palate and nose. and a remarkable breadth.

The origins of the Marchesi de' Frescobaldi Lamaione

 Lamaione originates from grapes of the international Merlot vine, particularly attracted by the Tuscan terroir. This variety is it is cultivated by the Frescobaldi Cellar in the vineyards of the CastelGiocondo estate, located about 300 meters above sea level with a south-west exposure. The terroir is characterized by clay, limestone and mineral elements, where the vines, about 20 years old, grow following the guyot system.

Wine making and aging process

The must ferments in stainless steel containers, macerating on the skins for 4 weeks. Subsequently, the wine ages in 90% new barriques for 24 months, guaranteeing a high quality result.

Notes from the Lamaione winemaker

Frescobaldi Lamaione has a concentrated color that recalls ruby, slightly more intense. tending to garnet in the nail. The nose is full, wrapped in decisive olfactory scents, which bring back to fruit jam and sweet spices, highlighting in particular a note of vanilla. When tasted it is broad and enveloping, with an excellent structure, with well-crafted tannins and a final fruity persistence that continues in the aftertaste.

Pairing with Lamaione dishes

This Tuscan red wine goes very well with main courses of meat, especially those characterized by long cooking times, such as braised meats or stews. Discover Lamaione and the other extraordinary Tuscan Wines produced by the Frescobaldi Winery, for an unforgettable taste experience.

The Frescobaldi Winery

The Cantine Frescobaldi are an icon in the production of Tuscan wines, with a long tradition of creating excellent red wines and white wines. With a history that dates back over 700 years, the Frescobaldi family has been able to combine a passion for viticulture and love for the Tuscan territory, giving life to high quality wines. and international fame. Discover the selection of the Frescobaldi cellars on alberoshop.it