Tenuta di Carleone Il Randagio 2023

Tenuta di Carleone Il Randagio is a red wine with IGP Toscana born from the vision of the acclaimed winemaker Sean O'Callaghan. This wine defies convention by combining equal parts Cabernet Franc and Merlot, grown under strict organic and biodynamic principles in the high-altitude vineyards of Radda in Chianti. Unlike classic Bordeaux blends, Il Randagio is inspired by the freshness and vitality of the Loire Valley, offering a vibrant and uninhibited aromatic profile. The vinification is radically natural: spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in cement tanks, using a significant proportion of whole clusters and a prolonged maceration that extracts the pure essence of the terroir. Ideal for lovers of natural and minimal intervention wines seeking an authentic, energetic, and highly gastronomic expression. Tenuta di Carleone Il Randagio is not just a wine; it is a statement of intent that redefines the contemporary Tuscan wine landscape.

Tasting Note Tenuta di Carleone Il Randagio

Appearance: Luminous and youthful garnet red. Nose: Intense aromas of violets, black cherry, currants, plum, aromatic herbs, subtle leather, and tobacco. Palate: Juicy, vibrant, and fruity, with slightly marked tannins, electric acidity, and a fresh, fleshy, and persistent finish.

Value Points

1. Radda in Chianti Terroir: Galestro and alberese soils at 450-700m altitude.

2. Natural Philosophy: Biodynamic cultivation, spontaneous fermentation, and neither fined nor filtered.

3. Avant-garde Oenology: Crafted by Sean O'Callaghan with whole clusters and aging in cement.

4. Unique Profile: A blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot with a Loire soul and a Tuscan heart.

Service Protocol

Serve at 15-16°C in a Burgundy-type glass to enhance its floral and fruity expression. It does not require prolonged decanting but benefits from brief oxygenation. Ideal pairing: grilled vegetables, pasta with mushroom ragù, grilled tuna, duck magret, or lamb chops with fine herbs.