Maremma Toscana AURELIO "VAL DELLE ROSE" DOC CECCHI
| Punteggio sommelier | 91/100 | 2025 |
| Cantina | CECCHI |
| Denominazione | Maremma Toscana DOC |
| Annata | 2020 |
| Uvaggio | 95% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc |
| Gradazione | 15,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Solfiti | Contiene Solfiti |
| Codice ICQRF | SI/3537 |
| Sede Cantina | Cecchi - Castellina in Chianti (SI) - Loc. Casina dei Ponti, 56 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Roast meat, Risotto, Tagliatelle with mushrooms, Medium-aged cheeses, Hard cheese, Sliced beef, Grilled meat, Florentina Steak |
| Region | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Style | Medium-bodied and fragrant |
| Wine list | Maremma Toscana |
Aurelio, the reference label for Cantina Cecchi for the representation of the Maremma Toscana. A reference wine resulting from the roots of the winery in the Tuscan territory most appreciated in the world. The vinification involves the use of Merlot grapes for 95%, and Cabernet Franc for the remaining 5%. The origin falls in the vineyard of Poggio la Mozza, near Grosseto. The red vinification involves prolonged maceration on the skins. Fermentation takes place in small-capacity stainless steel at a controlled temperature of 25°C. Finally, the wine is refined for at least 6 months and is followed by aging in barrique for 12 months.
Characteristics of this Tuscan Maremma Wine
On the organoleptic examination this wine shows a ruby red color to the eye. The scent on the nose is proposed with hints of small ripe red berries, then followed by vegetal notes, references to dark spices and nuances of pepper and chocolate. The taste on the palate is soft and enveloping, full-bodied and velvety in the tannic texture, balanced and persistent.
Suggested food pairings while tasting this red wine
A wine perfect with meat. The optimal serving temperature is 18°C.
