Wines Morellino di Scansano Fattoria Le Pupille - Le Pupille - 2015

Fattoria Le Pupille’s Morellino di Scansano 2015 is an inviting red wine hailing from the sun-drenched hills of southern Tuscany. The wine, labelled “Cuvée Le Pupille,” is a classic expression of the region, typically centered around Sangiovese, although the precise blend can vary and may include small proportions of complementary local varieties such as Alicante or other red grapes, lending a layer of complexity and depth to the finished wine. The 2015 vintage was particularly favourable across much of Tuscany, offering generous warmth and healthy, ripe fruit. Typically vinified in stainless steel to preserve freshness, with potential maturation in a combination of large barrels or barriques, Le Pupille strives for an accessible, fruit-driven style with a fine balance between lively acidity and rounded tannins.

The Morellino di Scansano DOCG lies in the Maremma, Tuscany’s coastal heartland. This region enjoys a warm Mediterranean climate with refreshing breezes from the Tyrrhenian Sea, encouraging optimal grape ripening while maintaining a vital freshness in the wines. Soils here vary, with pockets of clay, sand, and limestone contributing to distinctive minerality and elegance found in local reds. Historically, Morellino di Scansano has carved out a niche as a more approachable, fruit-focused interpretation of Sangiovese—known locally as Morellino—compared to some of Tuscany’s more austere appellations.

With its generous cherry and red berry profile, subtle floral and herbal notes, and a supple, medium-bodied palate, this wine shines alongside classic Tuscan fare. Consider pairing it with wild boar ragù over pappardelle, grilled lamb chops with rosemary, or even a rustic pecorino cheese—the local flavours will echo the wine’s earth and spice. For an international twist, well-seasoned roast chicken or baked aubergine dishes also complement the wine’s structure and acidity.

To enjoy Fattoria Le Pupille’s Morellino di Scansano at its best, serve it at 16-18°C. Decanting for 30 minutes can help expressive notes emerge, especially as the 2015 vintage has developed attractive secondary complexity with a few years of bottle age.