Castellina Daino Bianco 20

Despite its name ('white deer'), Daino Bianco is a 100% Merlot red from Fattoria Castellina's Montalbano vineyards. Destemmed, spontaneously fermented with around 20 days of maceration, aged 12 months in used barriques plus 6 in steel, with at least 6 further months in bottle before release. Intense ruby-violet colour; aromas of cherry, forest berries, black pepper and wild spice; full, generous palate with a long, juicy finish.

• Region: Toscana IGT, Montalbano, Tuscany, Italy
• Grapes: Merlot
• Vintage: 2011 style / vintage varies
• ABV: 15%
• Style: Red - Still (despite the name)

Goes well with: Aged cheeses, meat-based pasta sauces, hearty game dishes.