Toscana Rosso “Taneto”
Debuting in the early 2000s as Badia di Morrona’s boldest experiment, Taneto pairs Syrah’s fearless spice with the elegance of Sangiovese and Merlot — grown on east-facing slopes 180 meters up, in sandy limestone soil packed with ancient fossil shells. That mineral backbone is Taneto’s secret weapon, giving Syrah’s classic pepper and spice a saline, savory edge.
Twelve months in French oak deepens the color and rounds the edges: cinnamon, cocoa, sea salt, and black pepper mingle with ripe red and black fruit — blackberry, violet, dried rose petal — all wrapped in velvety, approachable tannins.
Appellation: Toscana Rosso IGT
Type: Red, dry
Blend: 70% Syrah, 15% Sangiovese, 15% Merlot
Color: Deep, saturated ruby.
Bouquet: Aromatic and inviting — cinnamon, cocoa, sea salt, and black pepper mingle with ripe red and black fruit, dried rose petal, blackberry, and red currant. Hints of cedar and white pepper with air.
Palate: Soft and pleasing with a smooth, velvety texture. Sweet blackberry and violet flavors meet green olive and black pepper, framed by firm but approachable structure. A touch of tar and chunky richness adds racy charm. Long, harmonious finish.
Alcohol: 13.5% ABV.
Serving Temperature: 16–18°C (60–64°F)
Food Pairing: Excellent with pasta in rich tomato or meat sauces, grilled meats, and hearty Tuscan fare — a versatile, food-friendly red built for the everyday table.
Location: East-facing vineyards, Badia di Morrona estate, Terricciola.
Elevation: 180 meters (600 feet) a.s.l.
Exposure: East.
Soil:Sandy, limestone-rich soil, dense with fossil shells.
Training System: Spur pruned, cordon trained.
Plants per HA: 5,600.
Harvest: Manual, beginning with the Merlot in September, followed by the Syrah and then the Sangiovese.
Vinification: The varietals are fermented at different temperatures with a 10-day maceration.
Aging: Syrah and Merlot 12 months in 225 liter (60 gallon) French oak barrels, Sangiovese 10 months in barrels of 2500 liters (685 gallons) and 10 months in bottle before release.
2008 Toscana Taneto – 91 Points - Wine Spectator (Sept. 30, 2012)
"This dense, tightly wound red offers cherry, blackberry and sweet baking spice flavors. The tannins are rich and interwoven, while the lively acidity drives the fruit-and-spice- filled finish. Syrah, Sangiovese and Merlot." ~B.S.
