About this wine
Tangano is Cantalici's Super Tuscan, a Toscana IGT rosso blending equal parts (about a third each) Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. Pre-fermentation cold maceration and alcoholic fermentation take place in stainless steel, with malolactic fermentation in barriques for the Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot and in steel for the Sangiovese, before the wine is matured in French oak for around 18 months.
A bolder, international-style red for fans of Cabernet and Merlot who want a Tuscan twist.
Sommelier's Note
"Tangano is Cantalici stepping outside the Sangiovese box — a dense, French-oak-driven Super Tuscan that proves the estate can play the international game as well as the traditional one."
Food Pairings
Built for richer fare: braised short ribs, roasted lamb, and dishes with dark chocolate or black pepper notes echo the wine's own profile.
When to drink it
Dinner parties, steak nights, gifting to Bordeaux-style red lovers
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- $23-33
Terroir & Winemaking
Approximately one-third each Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. Cold pre-fermentation maceration and alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel; malolactic fermentation in barrique for Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, in steel for Sangiovese. Aged approximately 18 months in French oak.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Tangano?
- Tangano is Cantalici's Super Tuscan, a Toscana IGT red blending roughly equal parts Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot.
- How is Tangano aged?
- It is matured in French oak for approximately 18 months, following separate stainless steel and barrique fermentation for each grape variety.
- What food pairs well with Tangano?
- Richer dishes such as braised beef short ribs, roasted lamb, and dishes with dark chocolate or black pepper notes.
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