In Bolgheri, a land of Cabernet and Merlot, Michele Satta chose to champion Sangiovese, and Cavaliere, “the knight”, is his personal crusade. This single-variety Sangiovese from Castagneto Carducci is a Tuscan red with real character: a brilliant dark ruby, with blackberry, preserved cherry and liquorice, then a taut, lively palate with fine tannins and a long finish. The 2021 earned 93 points from Falstaff. Satta is one of Bolgheri’s pioneering estates, and Cavaliere is its quietly rebellious signature: a bright, elegant red that proves Sangiovese can shine on the Tuscan coast. Pour it with a hearty Tuscan supper and enjoy the plot twist.