2019 Ficomontanino Granomelo Toscana IGT

Darkly alluring, almost smokey in nature, the 2019 Rosso Granomelo tempts the senses with a complex blend of black currants, exotic spice, air-dried meats and crushed rocks. This seems to hover across the palate, lifted and finessed, with rose-tinged red berries that slowly take on a more savory profile as saline-mineral tones form toward the close. The 2019 lingers with impressive length and is potent, blending wild herbs with black fruits and blood orange hints that slowly fade to leave behind a fine web of tannin. Entirely unique, this is easily one of the most interesting Sangiovese-based reds that I’ve tasted outside of the more important appellations of Tuscany. (Drink between 2023-2027)