Tornesi Le Benducce IGT 2023

The Tornesi family has owned their estate — known as Le Benducce — since 1750, long before Brunello di Montalcino became known as a wine and even before Italy became a unified nation. Maurizio Tornesi is a true Tuscan farmer, as authentic as they come, who knows the land of Montalcino and the Sangiovese Grosso grape like the back of his hand. The estate has 7 hectares under vine, more than half of which is Sangiovese Grosso — the Brunello clone. Vineyards are worked fully by hand, with yield reduction and high-density planting as primary tenets of vineyard practice.

About This Wine

The Le Benducce is aged in steel vats rather than oak, which means it cannot be classified as a DOCG Montalcino wine — but it uses 100% Sangiovese from the same estate as the Brunello, making it an exceptional value IGT wine from one of Montalcino's most authentic producers. Fresh, sustainably farmed, and food-friendly, with the bright fruit and high natural acidity that defines great Sangiovese.

Tasting Notes

Colour: Bright ruby
Nose: Hints of strawberry and blueberry with a fresh, fruity character
Palate: Medium-bodied with fresh fruity flavour, medium tannins, and high natural acidity
Finish: Clean and refreshing with lingering red fruit

Food Pairing

Excellent with red meats, pasta, and aged cheeses. A versatile Tuscan red.

Details

Grape: Sangiovese
Region: Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy
Farming: Sustainable
Style: Medium Bodied Red
Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
Alcohol: 13.5%
Bottle: 75cl
Drink: In the next 4 years