La Magia - il Vispo 2022

The name of our estate, an ancient property situated on an old paved Roman road dating back to the Etruscan era, is La Màgia with the accent on the first ‘a’, although the similarity with the Italian word for magic (‘la magìa’) does cause a certain amount of confusion. Not that we are complaining! Actually the name is just as likely to be a derivation of ‘magione’ a Tuscan rendition of the French ‘maison’, since the building was originally a resting place for wayfarers and pilgrims.

The terrain is mostly stony but with sufficient lime and clay to retain water in the subsoil, guaranteeing nutrients even during prolonged periods of drought.

The crowning glory of La Màgia is the forty year old vineyard, covering 15 hectares in a single block and planted entirely with Sangiovese grapes – exclusively registered as Brunello.

Made 100% from Sangiovese grapes, Il Vispo is light and lively, with all the vivacity of youth.  This wine is characterized by its easy charm and immediate appeal, guaranteed to prove popular on all occasions. Moreover… while the content of the bottle is youthful and positive, the outside features a label with cutting edge modernity inspired by the works of Banksy, one of the foremost exponents of graffiti and street art.

Stainless steel, cold carbonic maceration, fermentation temperature below 26°C. 

"Deep spiced character with ripe dark berries, cured meat, rosemary and thyme. Some earthy undertones, too. Medium- to full-bodied with sleek and polished texture and supple tannin structure. A bit fluid on the finish, but fruity and attractive. From organically grown grapes. Drink now." - 91 Points, James Suckling

Producer: La Magia

Country: Italy

Region: Tuscany

Varietal: Sangiovese

Appellation: Toscana IGT

Vintage: 2022

Size: 750ml