description Luce della Vite (Frescobaldi) Overview
Luce della Vite is a red wine produced by Frescobaldi in Tuscany. This blend primarily features Sangiovese alongside Merlot, cultivated in the Montalcino region. Notably, it represents a significant collaboration established in 1993 between Frescobaldi and Robert Mondavi, blending Brunello’s heritage with international grape selections. It is typically enjoyed by wine enthusiasts seeking complex Tuscan red wines with balanced fruit and earthy notes.
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Luce della Vite (Frescobaldi) ranks #91 of 135 in the Red Wine ranking, behind Coche-Dury Volnay, ahead of Barbaresco Gallina (La Spinetta).
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Is Luce della Vite a Brunello di Montalcino?
No. Although its grapes come from the Montalcino area, Luce blends Sangiovese with Merlot and is released under a Toscana IGT designation. Brunello di Montalcino must be made entirely from Sangiovese under its appellation rules.
Who created Luce della Vite?
The project began in the 1990s as a collaboration between the Frescobaldi family and Robert Mondavi. Frescobaldi later assumed full ownership, and the estate continues to produce Luce in Tuscany.
How does Luce differ from the estate's Lucente wine?
Luce is the estate's flagship Sangiovese-Merlot blend and is generally positioned above Lucente. Lucente is made as a more approachable second wine, with its blend and maturation tailored for earlier drinking.
What food pairs well with Luce della Vite?
Its combination of Sangiovese acidity and Merlot richness suits roasted or braised meats, aged cheeses, and Tuscan dishes such as bistecca alla fiorentina. Serving it in a large red-wine glass and allowing a young vintage time to breathe can soften its structure.
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