The second wine of Tenuta Luce, Lucente 2021 is a polished and contemporary expression of Montalcino, blending 75% Merlot with 25% Sangiovese. Rich aromas of cherries, cassis and dark spices unfold with hints of olive, vanilla and toasted hazelnut. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, offering succulent red and dark berries framed by fine, grainy tannins and fresh acidity. Aged for 12 months in barriques, it delivers balance, structure and impressive length.

James Suckling | JS 94
Published: Aug 2, 2023

Rich cherries, cassis, fresh olives and dark spices. Svelte, fine tannins on the medium- to full-bodied palate, showing lots of juicy berries and a linear, extensive finish. Excellent length, focus and structure here. Drink or hold.

The Wine Advocate | RP 90
Published: Dec 14, 2023

This is another robust wine from Tenuta Luce with immediate notes of maple syrup and brown sugar. Made with a blend of 75% Merlot and 25% Sangiovese, the 2021 Lucente releases aromas of cherry cola, Tootsie Roll and toasted hazelnut. With 300,000 bottles made, you get a big and burley red wine.

Jancis Robinson | JR 17+
Published: Oct 18, 2023
Drink: 2026-2036

Montalcino. Deep, lustrous crimson. A little subdued, with brooding intensity. Cherry with just a suggestion of savoury oak and vanilla. Succulent cherry palate loaded with grainy tannins. Great balance, but not ready yet. (WS)

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Lucente is the second wine of Light, and is the result of a selection of the same vineyards, choosing the grapes that produce a contemporary wine, an expression of the uniqueness of the territory from which it comes. It is aged for 12 months in barriques in the cellars of the estate in Montalcino and is bottled by the property.

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In Tenuta Luce, man observes Nature with infinite respect; he interprets it giving life to wines that cherish this land, exalting it with distinction.
Each of our wines represents a different expression of our territory.
Harvest after harvest we put our knowledge and experience to good use, respecting the times of Nature and interpreting its signals.
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