Toscana IGT “O.T.”

O.T. is the estate wine dedicated to Oliviero Toscani and his passion for photography and wine. Toscani believes making wine is much like taking a photograph.

“Taking pictures is not about considering reality as an object, but making reality become an object. It is about putting dimensions back together: relief, movement, emotion, idea, meaning and desire to make everything real” Wine also is all about putting things together and concentrating all in one bottle: vintage, nature, light, wind and experiences. Toscani aims to find a balance among vines, tastes, smells, tannins and acidity.
In taking pictures one can tell reality through sight. In making wine, one can tell reality through taste.

O.T is a blend of Syrah and Cabernet Franc grapes from well-drained iron-rich soils. Once fermentation is complete in stainless steel, the wines are aged for 12 months in Slavonian oak, then refine another 36 months in the bottle before release. The wine leans on the bolder side, with smooth tannins, and strong notes of plum, blackberry, leather, earth, and vanilla. The scent of oak also stands out strong.
This is a hearty wine that you will want to enjoy with a good plate of your favourite Tuscan cured meats, a rich tomato-based pasta or a dark chocolate dessert.