2022 'Belnero' Toscana IGT, Banfi

Sleek, generous and wonderfully polished, the 2022 Belnero is Banfi’s modern ode to Tuscan red, bold, smooth and irresistibly drinkable. The nose opens with dark cherry, blackberry and plum compote, intertwined with cocoa, violet and a touch of sweet spice. On the palate, ripe fruit glides over supple tannins and subtle oak, framed by just enough freshness to keep everything poised. It’s rich but never heavy, finishing long and velvety with notes of mocha and black pepper. Confident, seductive, and effortlessly stylish, exactly what you’d expect from Banfi’s contemporary side.

For when: you want an easy touch of decadence.
Pairs with: slow-braised short ribs, porcini risotto, or aged pecorino.
If this wine were an outfit, it’d be a black silk shirt, understated but impossible to ignore.

Castello Banfi, established in 1978 by the Mariani family, remains one of Tuscany’s benchmark estates, a fusion of innovation, heritage and meticulous craftsmanship. Based in Montalcino, the winery’s reach extends across Tuscany, allowing its team to express the region’s diversity through blends that balance power and finesse.