Vintage Character Stella Binaria Toscana Rosso 'La Notte' 2022 is a Toscana IGT red made from 100% Sangiovese, representing the darker, more brooding counterpart to 'Il Giorno'. The wine comes from the Montalcino area around Castelnuovo dell'Abate, where Sangiovese can deliver ripe cherry fruit, savory structure, and fresh acidity even in warmer years. The 2022 vintage in Tuscany was shaped by a warm, dry growing season, giving generous fruit concentration; for Sangiovese, the key is keeping that ripeness balanced by lift and tension.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing On the nose, 'La Notte' opens with ripe black cherry, blackberry-like depth, plum, and violet, followed by sweet spice, espresso, and a hint of Mediterranean herbs. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, with polished tannins, vibrant acidity, and a rounded core of dark fruit that gives way to cedar, leather, and dried herbs on the finish. It is a satisfying modern Tuscan red that balances richness with freshness. At the table, it would suit rosemary lamb chops, beef lasagna, or grilled portobello mushrooms.
Winery Background Stella Binaria is presented as a small-scale Tuscan producer focused on quality, careful vineyard work, and respect for natural growing cycles. The cellar approach is described as relatively hands-off, protecting fruit purity and texture rather than forcing a heavy style. This combination of boutique scale, single-varietal Sangiovese character, and an accessible yet characterful Tuscan profile is what makes 'La Notte' appealing: it offers depth, balance, and drinkability while staying true to its grape and place.