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Want to sound like a wine expert and be able to back it up? If someone asks you to recommend a wine then suggest anything from Tuscany, as long as it is the 2021 vintage. Then wait for the compliments.
It’s true, the 2021 vintage for all of Tuscany is epic—maybe the best ever! Near-perfect weather during the growing season allowed the grapes to ripen properly. From the traditional wines of Chianti Classico to international varietals in Bolgheri, red grapes flourished. The best part of what Mother Nature provided—and what world-class winemakers created—is a vintage so good that even at the value level, the wines are simply outstanding.
Take our December wine of the month, the 2021 Michele Satta Bolgheri Rosso. For around $25.00 you can enjoy the best of Tuscany from a pioneering wine family. A blend of 30% Sangiovese, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20%, Merlot, 10% Syrah, and 10% Teroldego, the deep ruby color is evidence of optimal extraction. Fresh raspberries, blackberries, and crushed rose petals on the midpalate, followed by herbs, tobacco, and a hint of licorice. The wine is medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins and a supple mouthfeel. An elegant, medium-plus finish is the ribbon on top. A wonderful wine.
If you are a collector then 2021 provides you a spoil of riches. Pricier, high-end expressions from famed producers like Antinori, Masseto, and Fontodi can be acquired for aging, while amazing value wines, like our December wine of the month from Michele Satta, can be bought by the case for everyday drinking.
So, the next time you are dining out with friends, ask the sommelier if there are any 2021s from Tuscany on the wine list. Even if it’s not the Michele Satta Rosso, you’ll amaze everyone at the table. In fact, drop us a line and tell us how it goes.
Learn more about Michele Satta, follow them, and purchase their wine here:
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