Toscana Rosso IGT Modus 2022

A Tuscan red from Ruffino, created in 1997 and presented as a Supertuscan. Sangiovese is the leading grape, contributing cherry and ripe red fruit; Merlot adds roundness and freshness with blackberry notes; Cabernet Sauvignon brings structure and elegance. The wine matures for about a year in French and American oak barriques before further bottle ageing. It is ruby red, with a richly fruity nose of cherry, strawberry and plum, plus tobacco, capers, olives and spices. The palate has a full body, soft and refined tannins, and a fruity finish with vanilla. It is suggested with egg pasta with game sauce, stewed meats and aged cheeses such as Taleggio and Pecorino.