Reviews & Ratings

2022 Luce della Vite Italian (Tuscany) Red "Lucente"

Winery: Luce della Vite

Vintage: 2022

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Lucente"

Wine Category: Italian (Tuscany) Red

Grape blend: Merlot & Sangiovese

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Toscana

State or country: Italy

Price: $37

Cases produced: 33,333

KWG Score: 91 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (91)

Review date: November 1, 2025

Wine Review: This slightly hazy and dark garnet colored Merlot and Sangiovese blend from Tenuta Luce opens with a moist pipe tobacco and black raspberry bouquet with hints of black cherry and cedar. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is nicely balanced, smooth, seamless and a little lush. The flavor profile is a mild tobacco and blueberry blend with notes of stony minerality and mild black cherry. I also detected hints of blackberry and cedar. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity, and gentle tannins drift away nicely. I would pair this red blend with veal medallions with a blueberry-citrus sauce. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Lucente shows a ruby red color. On the nose, it expresses the sunny character of the vintage with notes of pomegranate, blackberries, and violets that combine with elegant spices. On the palate, the entry is enveloping, balanced by a lovely freshness with perfectly ripe tannins that leave a savory and vibrant finish.

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