Tua Rita Per Sempre Syrah 2016
Product details
| Management number | 253524994 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$157.50 | Model Number | 253524994 | ||
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This rare and powerful red wine originates from the Toscana IGT appellation in the Suvereto subregion of coastal Tuscany, Italy. While Tua Rita is world-famous for its Merlot, Per Sempre (meaning "Forever") is the estate's definitive statement on Syrah, born from Rita Tua’s personal passion for the variety. The winery's philosophy focuses on expressing the unique "metalliferous" soils of the Colline Metallifere, where high iron and mineral content impart a distinctive savory and salty character to the grapes.
Wine Description
The Tua Rita Per Sempre Syrah 2016 presents a deep, almost impenetrable garnet-ruby colour. The sensory profile is exceptionally aromatic and structured, featuring a sophisticated bouquet of crème de cassis, ripe plums, and figs, layered with complex notes of lavender, black pepper, liquorice, and violets. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and masculine yet remarkably polished, showcasing a thick, concentrated texture with silky tannins and a vibrant, mineral-driven acidity. It is characterized by its seamless balance and a long, savory finish that reveals hints of charcuterie and dark cocoa. This 100% Syrah has an ABV of 15% and was aged for 16 to 18 months in new French oak barriques slightly less time than other vintages to preserve its fresh fruit energy.
Food Pairing
The intense power and spicy complexity of this Syrah make it an ideal companion for robust and flavorful meat dishes. It pairs exceptionally well with filet mignon, grilled venison, or Moroccan lamb stew. Its savory undertones also complement pork chops with a rhubarb-cherry sauce or dishes featuring earthy champignon sauces. For a classic Italian pairing, it matches beautifully with Bistecca alla Fiorentina, wild game, or well-matured hard cheeses such as aged Pecorino.
Vintage Quality
The 2016 vintage in Tuscany is widely considered a modern legend, often described as the best in 20 years. A cool spring followed by a warm summer with significant diurnal temperature shifts allowed for perfect phenolic ripeness while maintaining high natural acidity. For Syrah specifically, 2016 provided the heat necessary for full flavor development without the over-extraction often seen in "hotter" years, resulting in a wine that critics have hailed for its delineation and elegance.
Bestseller ranking
Italy Red
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