At a glance

Producer

Tua Rita

Region

Tuscany, Italy

Grape variety

Syrah

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$250-$350 USD

Tasting profile

Intense dark fruit (blackberry, plum), violet, graphite, and black pepper, with hints of cocoa and spice. Dense and layered.

Evolution: Will develop more savory, earthy, and truffle notes; secondary nuances of leather and smoked herbs over time.

At peak: Optimal complexity and integration between 2028-2036, balancing freshness, structure, and tertiary aromas.

Structure

Acidity

Medium to medium-plus, provides freshness and long aging potential.

Tannins

Firm, ripe, and finely polished; prominent but not harsh.

Alcohol

14.5% (typical for the wine and region, balanced with fruit and structure)

Aging potential

Excellent; designed for 15-20 years of proper cellaring.

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2036

Optimal window

2026 to 2042

Current status

Young, suitable for early enjoyment but outstanding potential with further cellaring.

Current condition

Primary fruit-forward and vibrant, structure present but integrated.

The wine's strong structure and concentration, combined with Tuscan terroir, allow for graceful evolution, where tannins, fruit, and tertiary aromas harmonize. The 2022 vintage offers power and ripeness suitable for a long and rewarding drinking window.

Food pairing

Braised beef, wild boar ragù, venison, aged cheeses (e.g., Pecorino Toscano), grilled lamb, rich mushroom dishes.

Serving

Decant

Yes (30 minutes) — The wine has firm tannins and is relatively young, which can benefit from aeration to soften the tannins and enhance its aromatic profile.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

Manual harvest, reduced chemical inputs, integrated pest management; partial solar power at estate; efforts in water management; traditional glass bottles (no lightweighting); mostly local materials.

Tua Rita employs many sustainable vineyard practices—and the estate is known for care of the land and partial transition to greener energy—but does not claim full organic or biodynamic status. Packaging remains conventional, and export (especially to far markets) raises the carbon profile. Room for improvement, but more sustainable than average for luxury Tuscan estates.