"Il Guercio" IGT Toscana 2021 - Tenuta di Carleone

"Those who wanted to make fun of me called me one-eyed, so one day I used this name to directly sign my wines."

A decidedly bold Sangiovese: "Il Guercio" embodies Sean O'Callaghan's experimental philosophy, grown at high altitude in the heart of Gaiole in Chianti (about 700 meters above sea level). The result is a vibrant and complex wine, the fruit of long macerations and an organic approach, that speaks of terroir, craftsmanship, and character.

The vineyard and the cellar

The "Mello" vineyard, where Il Guercio is produced, is farmed according to organic and biodynamic principles. The vines, planted on marl and alberese soils, thrive in cool, breezy conditions thanks to the altitude. Vinification takes place in open concrete vats, with manual pressing of approximately 30% whole bunches, spontaneous fermentation, and maceration that can last up to four months.

Vinification and refinement

• Harvest: manual and late, when perfectly ripe.

• Fermentation: Spontaneous in concrete tanks, whole bunches are crushed by foot; the remaining bunches are pressed using light pumps.

• Maceration: prolonged (up to 4 months) to give it unique complexity.

• Aging: 12 months in cement, without filtration or clarification.

Sensory profile

• Color: bright ruby ​​red.

• On the nose: tart cherry and raspberry, Mediterranean herbs, violets, sweet spices and a hint of smokiness.

• On the palate: fresh and lively, with vibrant acidity and fine, silky tannins. Intense and juicy on the palate, with a long, savory finish: notes of graphite and licorice close the mouthfeel with elegance and tension.

Evolution

Guercio is clear even when young, with lively fruit and a straightforward drinkability. But its structure supports it for many years: it can evolve gracefully for at least 10–12 years, developing deeper, earthier, and spicier aromas.