Frescobaldi - Tenuta di Nipozzano : Mormoreto 2012

The complexity and richness of a great Tuscan red wine

The estate

An essential reference point for the great wines of Italy, Frescobaldi embodies the excellence of winegrowing in Tuscany. With seven different estates located in benchmark growing areas, Frescobaldi stands out for its ability to illustrate the full diversity of expression of the greatest Tuscan terroirs. Each of the estates has its own history, its own terroir, and passionate men and women who are driven by the desire to produce great wines. Frescobaldi - Tenuta di Nipozzano, 25 kilometres north of Florence, flourishes from its great exposure and natural protection against the vagaries of the climate thanks to its location in the Arno river valley. The estate's wines, symbolic of the Florentine wine tradition, are distinguished by their exceptional aromatic range, longevity on the palate and their great ageing potential.

The wine

A great wine from the Castello Nipozzano estate in the IGT Toscana appellation, Mormoreto was first produced in 1983. This wine is only produced in great years. This characterful red wine combines finesse and harmony with remarkable ageing potential.

Blend

Cabernet sauvignon
Cabernet franc
Merlot
Petit verdot

Characteristics and tasting tips for Mormoreto 2012 from Frescobaldi - Tenuta di Nipozzano

Tasting

Colour
Frescobaldi - Tenuta di Nipozzano : Mormoreto 2012 has a dark opaque ruby colour.

Nose
The nose reveals rich and complex scents of blackberries, raspberries, cocoa powder and cocoa butter, roasted coffee beans, as well as subtle notes of vanilla, cinnamon, clove, jasmine and tea leaf.

Palate
During the tasting, the wine is round and sweet on the palate, giving as well as the scents detected in the nose hints of bitter chocolate, fresh raspberry, whisky and vanilla tobacco.