Located in the hills of Montalcino, in the heart of Tuscany, Fattoria La Lecciaia is a beautiful family business that produces, year after year, traditional wines. Montalcino, after all, is an area renowned for its winemaking tradition. An area characterised by a Mediterranean climate and a varied soil, rich in clay, limestone and sand. These characteristics, combined with the skilful hand of man, allow the creation of unique wines that tell the story and culture of Tuscany. A simple and pleasant wine, this Toscana IGT Lupaia is a red wine made from the union of three grape varieties: Sangiovese (40%), Cabernet Sauvignon (30%) and Merlot (30%). The Sangiovese, in particular, gives Lupaia its structure and characteristic touch of acidity. The Cabernet Sauvignon brings depth and aromatic complexity, with notes of berries and spices. The Merlot, finally, adds softness and roundness, balancing the wine's robust structure with a touch of elegance. Harvested by hand between the end of September and early October, when the grapes reach the right degree of ripeness, vinification takes place in temperature-controlled steel vats, where the must is left to ferment for 15-20 days, with frequent pumping over to favour the extraction of colour, aromas and tannins from the skins. The wine then matures initially in steel vats, followed by 6-8 months of ageing in oak barrels. This passage in wood gives the Lupaia greater complexity and depth. Intense ruby red in colour, the nose immediately reveals an explosion of aromas, with intense hints of wild berries, such as blackberry and cherry, accompanied by delicate spicy notes of black pepper and a slight touch of vanilla, due to the passage in oak. In the mouth it is broad and enveloping. Dry and warm, with a tannicity that is present but well integrated. The finish is long and persistent. Perfect with red meats, such as a filet with green pepper, and semi-matured cheeses.