Summer has arrived, bringing with it long, bright days, relaxed atmospheres and pleasant moments of conviviality. What better occasion, then, to discover and taste the fragrant Tuscan summer wines, perfect companions to make the most of the warm season?
Tuscany, a region rich in history, culture and food and wine traditions, offers a variety of fresh and aromatic wines, including whites, rosés and light reds, capable of winning the palate of anyone who tastes them.
Tuscan Rosés
Tuscany also offers a fair variety of rosé wines, ideal for the warm season because of their freshness and lightness. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes, the Bolgheri Rosato DOC Pietranova convinces with its complex and elegant aromas of red fruits, accompanied by a delicate spicy note. Perfect for summer lunches, it pairs beautifully with fish or white meat dishes.
The Ganzo Rosato Toscana IGT Podere Montale is a wine characterized by hints of fresh fruit and citrus, with a mineral savoriness that makes it particularly enjoyable with appetizers and fish dishes.
Made from Sangioveto grapes, Il Rosato Rocca di Frassinello offers a perfect harmony between freshness and elegance, with fruity and floral notes. Ideal for aperitifs or paired with fish dishes.
Tuscan Light Reds
Summer is not only synonymous with white and rose wines: some red wines, thanks to their freshness and lightness, are ideal for unforgettable summer evenings. In Tuscany, one of the most popular wine regions in Italy, Morellino di Scansano stands out as an ideal summer red wine to accompany grilled meats and warm weather dishes.
Morellino di Scansano is a red wine made mainly from Sangiovese grapes, typical of Tuscany, and takes its name from its place of origin, the hilly area around Scansano. This summer red wine is characterized by its liveliness and versatility, thanks to its freshness and its fruity and spicy bouquet.
the Morellino di Scansano Riserva Fattoria le Pupille offers an unparalleled taste experience with notes of ripe red fruits and sweet spices. Perfect with grilled meats, aged cheeses and Tuscan dishes.
the Morellino di Scansano DOCG Moris Farm has a complex and persistent flavor profile, in which ripe red fruits, spices and underbrush notes blend. A balanced wine, ideal for accompanying meat dishes.
Renowned for its balanced harmony of acidity and flavor, the Morellino di Scansano DOCG Col di Bacche is distinguished by its intense and persistent aroma, with hints of red fruits and vanilla. Perfect for accompanying appetizers and red meat dishes.
The Tuscan Whites
The temperate climate and rich soils of this region result in white wines of great aromatic intensity that pair well with summer dishes.
Known for its freshness and Mediterranean distinctiveness, the Vermentino is a white wine loved for its fruity and floral aromas and great drinkability. This particularly versatile wine pairs perfectly with fish dishes, light appetizers and grilled vegetables. One of its peculiarities is its ability to maintain a lively acidity, which makes each sip especially refreshing-a feature much appreciated during hot summer days.
Another typically Tuscan white wine, the Vernaccia di San Gimignano, is known for its unique character and nobility. This wine, made from the Vernaccia grape of the same name, is fresh and light, with pleasant acidity and mineral notes. Vernaccia di San Gimignano pairs beautifully with seafood, risotto and delicate cheeses. Among the products available:
- Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG Riserva Guicciardini Strozzi
- Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG Selva Bianca Colombaio di Santa Chiara
- Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG Riserva L’Albereta Colombaio di Santa Chiara
Discovering the uniqueness of each wine, its history, the scents and flavors it evokes, are part of the pleasure of tasting. And summer is the ideal time to engage in this practice, to rediscover the pleasure of simple but curated things, like a good glass of Tuscan white wine. Remember to serve the wine at right temperature: not too cold, so as not to “numb” its aromas, but enough to make it thirst-quenching. A young white wine, like most Vermentino and Vernaccia wines, should be served between 8 and 10 degrees.
Summer is the ideal season to experience and discover new flavors. Take advantage of these months to savor Tuscany’s many food and wine excellences, ideal for accompanying outdoor lunches and dinners. Drink in small sips, let yourself be enveloped by the aroma of these wines and enjoy the pleasure of a summer in Tuscany, even if only by the glass. Cheers!
