Teruzzi & Puthod
Terre di Tufi Bianco 2023
Other years:
2024| Denomination | IGT Toscana |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 40% Chardonnay, 40% Vernaccia di San Gimignano, 20% Sauvignon |
| Aging | After fermentation, the wine is aged in barriques for about 4–5 months (30% new and 70% second use), followed by a further few months in French oak barriques. |
| Other years | 2024 |
- Composition: Vernaccia 40%, Chardonnay 40%, Sauvignon 20%
- Aromas: floral and citrus notes, with vanilla and light toasted nuances
- Flavour: dry, full and creamy, fresh and smooth, with a spicy and persistent finish
- Vinification: gentle pressing, overnight maceration, fermentation at 16°C in steel and barrique
- Ageing and serving: 4–5 months in barrique; serving temperature 8–10°C; suitable for vegans
Description
What kind of wine it is
Teruzzi Terre di Tufi Bianco is a dry wine with significant structure, ideal for those following a vegan diet. Considered a true White Supertuscan, it is created from a balanced blend featuring Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Sauvignon and Chardonnay. On the nose, it offers an intense bouquet of flowers and citrus fruits, enhanced by notes of vanilla and subtle toasted nuances. On the palate, it delivers a full and creamy sip, where softness and liveliness coexist in harmony. The aromatic persistence leads to a delicately spiced finish, for a fresh and characterful drinking experience.
Where it comes from
This white originates from the hills of San Gimignano, in an area of Tuscany historically renowned for wine excellence. The Teruzzi winery manages the vineyards in a setting characterised by significant temperature variations, with hot summers tempered by cool breezes. This microclimate is essential for preserving the aromatic profile of the grapes and giving the wine its typical lively flavour. The combination of local varieties and international grapes defines the identity of this Tuscan wine, capable of expressing in the glass the essence of the land and the beauty of the rural landscape.
How it is produced
Production begins with a gentle pressing of the grapes and subsequent overnight maceration in contact with the skins, a technique aimed at extracting all the varietal richness. After static cold clarification, fermentation takes place at low temperatures, partly in steel and partly in wood. The final structure is shaped during maturation in French oak barrels of first and second passage, where the wine rests for several months. This stage imparts a bright straw-yellow hue and a surprising roundness on the palate, enhancing its complexity.
History and Curiosities
Born in San Gimignano at the historic winery Teruzzi & Puthod, founded in 1974, this oenological masterpiece is universally celebrated as the pioneer of the White Supertuscan. The perfect counterpart to the region's great reds, it masterfully combines native and international varieties under the elegant Toscana IGT designation. The result of the expert vision of oenologists Irene Leonzio and Giuseppe Caviola, this prestigious label encapsulates the essence of 96 hectares of vineyards, offering enthusiasts a taste of authentic and memorable Tuscan history.
Awards
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2023
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
08 - 10 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
- Start up year: 1974
- Oenologist: Irene Leonzio e Giuseppe Caviola
- Bottles produced: 600.000
- Hectares: 96
| Name | Teruzzi Terre di Tufi Bianco 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green still |
| Denomination | Toscana IGT |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 40% Chardonnay, 40% Vernaccia di San Gimignano, 20% Sauvignon |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Teruzzi & Puthod |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in San Gimignano at the historic winery Teruzzi & Puthod, founded in 1974, this oenological masterpiece is universally celebrated as the pioneer of the White Supertuscan. The perfect counterpart to the region's great reds, it masterfully combines native and international varieties under the elegant Toscana IGT designation. The result of the expert vision of oenologists Irene Leonzio and Giuseppe Caviola, this prestigious label encapsulates the essence of 96 hectares of vineyards, offering enthusiasts a taste of authentic and memorable Tuscan history. |
| Origin | San Gimignano, Toscana, Italia |
| Climate | Inverni freddi e piovosi ed estati calde con buone escursioni termiche tra il giorno e la notte |
| Fermentation temperature | Approximately 16°C |
| Production technique | Soft pressing of the grapes with brief maceration in contact with the skins overnight; cold static clarification of the must; fermentation at controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks and in barriques with selected yeasts |
| Wine making | Soft pressing of the grapes with brief maceration in contact with the skins overnight in the press; cold static clarification of the must; alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperature (about 16°C) in stainless steel tanks and barriques with selected yeasts; post-fermentation ageing in barriques for about 4–5 months (30% new, 70% second use), with a further period of several months in French oak barriques. |
| Aging | After fermentation, the wine is aged in barriques for about 4–5 months (30% new and 70% second use), followed by a further few months in French oak barriques. |
| Total acidity | 5.9 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 1.9 gr/L |
| Year production | 600000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |