{"product_id":"la-casa-di-bricciano-il-ritrovo-2015","title":"La Casa di Bricciano Il Ritrovo 2015","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA mature and characterful Tuscan red, combining generous dark fruit with silky tannins, savoury complexity and the tertiary elegance of a beautifully evolved 2015.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🥂 Tasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance \u003c\/strong\u003edeep ruby moving towards garnet at the rim, showing the first signs of mature evolution while retaining impressive depth and clarity.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma \u003c\/strong\u003ecomplex and developed, with ripe black cherry, blackberry and plum complemented by dried red fruits. With air, the wine reveals layers of cedar, tobacco, leather and sweet spice, followed by more mature nuances of dried herbs, forest floor and a subtle balsamic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate \u003c\/strong\u003efull-bodied and generous, yet increasingly refined with age. Ripe dark fruit remains at the core, supported by fresh acidity and smooth, well-integrated tannins. Black cherry and plum are joined by tobacco, cedar, dried Mediterranean herbs and earthy notes. Bottle ageing has softened the structure considerably, giving the wine a harmonious, almost velvety texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish \u003c\/strong\u003elong, warm and savoury, with lingering notes of dried cherry, dark plum, tobacco, leather and spice. Subtle earthy and balsamic nuances provide additional complexity and a distinctly Tuscan character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgeing Potential \u003c\/strong\u003ethe 2015 is now in a very attractive \u003cstrong\u003emature drinking window\u003c\/strong\u003e. I would enjoy it between now and approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2028–2030\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on storage conditions. Decant gently for around \u003cstrong\u003e30 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e, primarily to allow the aromas to open and to separate any sediment rather than to give it prolonged aeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e (Gastronomic Level)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBistecca alla Fiorentina\u003c\/strong\u003e – the wine’s mature structure pairs beautifully with grilled beef.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlow-roasted beef\u003c\/strong\u003e – complements the dark fruit and savoury character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBraised veal\u003c\/strong\u003e – works particularly well with the wine’s silky, evolved tannins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLamb with rosemary\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mediterranean herbs echo the wine’s balsamic and herbal nuances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWild boar or venison\u003c\/strong\u003e – an excellent match for its earthy, mature complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePappardelle with rich ragù\u003c\/strong\u003e – the acidity balances the richness of slow-cooked meat sauces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePorcini mushrooms\u003c\/strong\u003e – enhances the wine’s forest-floor and tertiary notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Pecorino Toscano\u003c\/strong\u003e – a classic Tuscan combination, particularly good at the end of a meal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eServing Temperature\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16–18°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toscana IGT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e La Casa di Bricciano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gaiole in Chianti, Tuscany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eViticulture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic, estate-grown grapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand harvested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied, structured Tuscan red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgeing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oak maturation followed by extended bottle ageing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2015 – a highly regarded Tuscan vintage, particularly suited to structured, age-worthy reds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTakeaway\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIl Ritrovo 2015 is now showing what mature Tuscan wine does so well: generous dark fruit has evolved into a complex combination of dried cherry, tobacco, leather, herbs and earthy nuances, while the tannins have softened into an elegant, harmonious structure.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Winesbio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56068923130196,"sku":"ITBRIRIT15","price":33.96,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1043\/1568\/3156\/files\/Ritrovo15_c4cf1a8b-2a34-4094-9657-261ef751d652.jpg?v=1785582350","url":"https:\/\/terroirhub.myshopify.com\/products\/la-casa-di-bricciano-il-ritrovo-2015","provider":"terroirhub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}