Querciabella Mongrana (75cl, 13.5%)

Querciabella Mongrana is a certified organic and vegan red blend from Maremma Toscana IGT, Tuscany, Italy, bottled at 13.5% ABV in a 750ml bottle. Querciabella farms biodynamically at Alberese in Grosseto. Mongrana is built around Sangiovese, with supporting varieties that may include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Petit Verdot. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel, followed by élevage in cement vats for at least ten months, with a small selection matured in barriques for the same period before blending. The aroma leads with vibrant morello cherry and blackberry, then kirsch, blueberry, liquorice, ivy, pine needles and wild thyme. The palate is juicy with ripe dark cherry and mulberry, finely polished tannins, a savoury mineral streak and red spice. The finish is medium-long and clean, with mineral notes, dark fruit and a damp, stony salinity.