Gaja Promis Rosso di Toscana 2022

A Tuscan red from Gaja, normally made from Merlot (50-55%), Syrah (about 35%) and Sangiovese (about 10%), with the blend expected to vary slightly in future years. Each variety is fermented separately in steel tanks. After malolactic fermentation the wines mature separately for one year in a combination of French barriques (225 l), casks made from oak from other European countries and steel tanks. They are blended just before bottling, then Promis matures for a few more months in bottle. The style combines Montalcino Sangiovese's slender, fruity character with the softness of Castagneto Carduccio Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah. The wine is very dark, with cherry and red berries at first, then denser Merlot and Syrah richness, blackcurrant and blackberry, with wood and tannin in youth.