Nipozzano Mormoreto Cabernet Sauvignon
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Typically best enjoyed 8–20 years from the vintage release, as its dense tannins soften and give way to complex tertiary notes of leather, cedar, and spice.
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Slow-roasted lamb shanks, grilled Florentine steak (Bistecca alla Fiorentina), or mature pecorino cheese.
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Born from the historic Castello di Nipozzano estate, whose name 'without a well' speaks to the dry, stony soils of Chianti Rufina, Mormoreto is the crown jewel of the Frescobaldi family's Tuscan-Bordeaux vision. First created in 1983 from a single vineyard planted in 1976, this wine takes its name from the whispering wind ('mormorio') that rustles through the vines. It is a powerful, elegant blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, supported by Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. The vines thrive in Alberese-rich clay-limestone soils at high elevations, yielding grapes of intense concentration. Aged for approximately two years in French oak barriques, Mormoreto marries the structure and black-fruit density of Cabernet with the refined, herbaceous complexity and vibrant acidity characteristic of its high-altitude Tuscan terroir.
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With a legendary winemaking heritage spanning over 700 years and thirty generations, the Frescobaldi family stands as one of Tuscany's most prestigious and historic wine dynasties. Headquartered in Florence, the family manages an extraordinary portfolio of historic estates across Tuscany's finest terroirs, including Castello Nipozzano in Chianti Rufina, Tenuta Castiglioni, and CastelGiocondo in Montalcino. Their production philosophy seamlessly blends deep-rooted Tuscan traditions with modern viticultural innovation, focusing on expressing the unique microclimates of each estate. Frescobaldi is globally celebrated for its diverse and elegant portfolio, ranging from classic Sangiovese-based expressions like Nipozzano Riserva and Montesodi to opulent, internationally styled Super Tuscans such as Giramonte, Lamaione, and the iconic Luce.