Rocca di Frassinello Rosso Maremma Toscana
Deep ruby with garnet reflections. The nose shows black cherry, blackberry, plum, and ripe red fruit, layered with cocoa, tobacco, mint, balsamic herbs, and sweet spice. The wine is deep and structured on the palate with flavors of black fruit, spice, tobacco, and cocoa. Rocca di Frassinello is a modern Tuscan estate founded as a joint venture between the Italian winery Domini Castellare di Castellina and the French house Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite). The estate is located on the hill of Poggio alla Guardia near Giuncarico, and its cellar was designed by acclaimed architect Renzo Piano.
Classification: DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata)
Grape Varietal: Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Feature: Sustainable, Organic
Country: Italy
Region: Tuscany
Appellation: Maremma Toscana
Grape Profile: Sangiovese forms the backbone of the wine, contributing sour cherry, red plum, dried herbs, tobacco, acidity, and savory Tuscan character. Merlot adds plum, blackberry, chocolate, roundness, and softer tannins, helping give the wine its plush texture. Cabernet Sauvignon contributes cassis, black cherry, graphite, mint, tobacco, and structural tannin, extending the finish and giving the blend additional depth.
Region Profile: Maremma Toscana, located along Tuscany’s coast, is known for sun-drenched vineyards, cooling sea breezes, and diverse soils. This climate allows for the production of bold, expressive red wines that maintain freshness and complexity, making it a top region for Super Tuscan-style blends.
Pair with: Rich dishes like roasted meats, braised short ribs, grilled lamb, osso buco or braised meats. Aged cheeses like Parmesan, Pecorino, and Taleggio. Vegetarian dishes like mushroom risotto.
