Wines Unspecified Marchesi Biscardo - Fifty-Fifty - 2022

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Marchesi Biscardo's 2022 "Cuvée Fifty-Fifty" is a dry red wine that stands out for its balanced composition and youthful vibrance. Although the precise blend isn't detailed, Tuscany's renowned Cuvées often showcase the versatility of Sangiovese, sometimes complemented by international varieties such as Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2022 vintage benefits from a warm growing season that favoured the development of ripe fruit flavours while maintaining vital acidity. Vinification methods adopted by the estate tend to emphasise freshness and fruit-forward character, with careful extraction to yield supple tannins and a harmonious structure.

Tuscany is one of Italy's most celebrated wine regions, known for its rolling hills, cypress-lined avenues, and medieval towns. The climate here benefits from a mix of Mediterranean warmth and cooling breezes from the Tyrrhenian Sea, fostering optimal ripening without excessive heat stress. The soils are diverse, featuring galestro (a crumbly schist), clay, and limestone, imparting a distinctive minerality and depth to the wines. Over centuries, Tuscan winemakers have refined their craft, delivering wines that reflect the region's unique terroir and timeless heritage.

Pairing Marchesi Biscardo's "Cuvée Fifty-Fifty" with food opens up a range of rewarding possibilities. The wine’s structure and fruit profile lend themselves beautifully to Italian classics such as beef ragù with pappardelle, roasted lamb with rosemary, or aged pecorino cheese. Regional dishes like wild boar stew (cinghiale in umido) or Florentine steak (bistecca alla fiorentina) will especially highlight the wine’s depth and spice. For a vegetarian option, mushroom risotto or grilled aubergines with herbs provides an excellent match.

For optimal enjoyment, serve this wine at 16-18°C. Decanting it for about 30 minutes before tasting will allow the aromatics to open up, revealing layers of red and black fruits, subtle spices, and a touch of earthiness. This wine will shine both in casual gatherings and alongside refined Tuscan dining.