San Felice 2010 Toscana Pugnitello(PREORDER)

San Felice 2010 Toscana Pugnitello is a compelling expression of one of Tuscany’s rarest indigenous grape varieties, revived and championed by the San Felice estate. The 2010 vintage benefited from a balanced growing season with warm days and cool nights, allowing for slow, even ripening and excellent aromatic development. Grapes are harvested by hand and carefully sorted before fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel to preserve varietal purity. Extended maceration helps build structure and depth, after which the wine is aged in French oak barrels for an extended period, followed by additional bottle aging. This patient approach softens tannins and allows the wine to develop complexity while retaining freshness and a strong sense of place.

The nose is deep and expressive, offering aromas of black cherry, wild berries, and plum, layered with notes of dried herbs, leather, and subtle spice. On the palate, the wine is structured and intense, with firm yet refined tannins supporting concentrated dark fruit flavors. Nuances of tobacco, earth, and savory spice emerge through the mid-palate, leading to a long, persistent finish that showcases both the power and elegance of Pugnitello at maturity.