Vintage Character The vibrant Il Molino di Grace Il Volano Toscana IGT 2024 showcases the youthful, energetic side of Panzano's legendary terroir. The 2024 growing season in Tuscany brought a warm summer tempered by timely late-season cooling, preserving bright, crunchy acidity and pure fruit character that makes this an exceptionally high-value entry to the estate's lineup. Sourced from organic estate vineyards planted on galestro-rich limestone soils at elevations up to 400 meters, this Sangiovese-Merlot blend benefits from excellent diurnal temperature swings that impart mineral complexity and freshness.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing Bursting with aromas of fresh red cherries, wild strawberries, and a touch of dried herbs, this red blend offers a bright, medium-bodied palate balanced by supple tannins from the Merlot component. The finish is clean, juicy, and remarkably food-friendly, making it an excellent companion. Pair this versatile red with classic Italian dishes such as wild mushroom pappardelle, rosemary-roasted pork tenderloin, or Chinese slow-braised duck.
Winery Background Founded by Frank Grace in the 1990s, Il Molino di Grace is a benchmark estate in Chianti Classico dedicated to demonstrating the heights Sangiovese can reach when grown organically and crafted with precision. Under the guidance of legendary consulting winemaker Franco Bernabei, the winery employs strictly organic farming across its vineyards, harvesting all grapes manually. For Il Volano, the fruit undergoes fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel followed by brief aging in neutral oak barrels to preserve its vibrant, fruit-forward expression and terroir-driven purity.