Expect dark cherry, blackcurrant, plum, dried herb, and a touch of oak spice with medium-to-full body and refined tannins. The 2021 Tuscan vintage was good.
- Varietal
- Sangiovese and Merlot blend
- Region
- Italy / Tuscany / Montalcino area
- Body
- Medium to Full
- Style
- dry red, oak-aged, accessible
The producer
Lucente is the second wine of Luce della Vite, designed as a more accessible expression in the same general Sangiovese-Merlot style. Same producer team and approach.
What critics say
Lucente receives consistently solid reviews as an accessibly priced sibling to Luce.
Pairing
Grilled lamb chops, baked pasta with meat sauce, lamb burger