Podere Il Carnasciale – Il Caberlot 2013 – Tuscany Italy

Podere Il Carnasciale Il Caberlot 2013 is a 100% Caberlot Tuscan red, produced from the estate’s rare variety believed to be a natural crossing of Cabernet Franc and Merlot.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Caberlot
• Region / Appellation: Toscana IGT, Tuscany, Italy
• Vintage: 2013
• Vinification: Vinified in stainless steel and aged in French oak, followed by further maturation in magnum
• Special Note: Caberlot is a distinct variety, not a Cabernet Franc–Merlot blend
• Style: Structured, distinctive dry Tuscan red

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Profile: Dark-fruited and savory
• Aromatic Detail: Herbal and spice complexity
• Structure: Firm, layered, and refined
• Finish: Persistent and composed

Il Caberlot is defined by the character of the rare Caberlot variety, combining Cabernet-like structure and aromatic lift with a polished, layered Tuscan profile.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Produced entirely from the rare Caberlot variety
• A singular Tuscan wine with a distinctive estate identity
• French-oak and magnum maturation build complexity without changing its varietal focus

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Grilled beef or lamb
• Braised game
• Aged hard cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors seeking rare, distinctive Tuscan wines
✓ Cabernet-family drinkers interested in an unusual single-variety expression
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light, simple reds

95 Points – Falstaff