Tuscany

The Brunello di Montalcino Castello Romitorio is our pride: the result of more than thirty years of work in harmony with nature in the terroir of Montalcino. The Romitorio estate is located in the north-west quadrant of Montalcino where this classic Brunello is produced from Sangiovese grapes, sourced from both old and young vines, carefully harvested and selected by hand on the sorting table, before and after destemming. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, with a short initial period of cold maceration (below 20°C) with the skins for about 15-20 hours, followed by a higher controlled temperature maceration that can last up to 20 days. Malolactic fermentation begins naturally and lasts for about 10 days before the wine is allowed to rest to separate it from the sediment.
The wine matures in oak for about 24 months and after bottling is aged in the temperature-controlled cellars of Castello Romitorio before being released for sale.
There is something intoxicating and invigorating about this wine: a high nose of oak and fruit with hints of sour cherries, violets, and pomegranate.
There are also suggestions of earth and, with aging, nuances of sage and soy. The tannins are deeply woven into the body, firm yet fine, giving this wine an exceptional structure, a skeleton from which the fruit, oak, and aromas can fully express themselves. The wine unfolds slowly in the glass, becoming more sinuous and sensual when in contact with air,
the slight astringency of the tannins invites further sips. The bottle aging brings pleasant tertiary notes of leather and herbs, the persistence and aroma are lasting. This wine makes an impression as soon as it is released, but becomes even truer to itself as it ages.
(Anne Krebiehl MW)
REGION: Tuscany
CULTIVATION: Cordonesperonatocondensita?di
planting 240x65 cm GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Sangiovese
HARVEST: Manual, with hand selection of the grapes before and after destemming
ELEVATION: About 24 months in oak

Only a truly exceptional vintage can give rise to the Brunello di Montalcino Riserva from Castello Romitorio. Since its foundation in 1984, Castello Romitorio has produced only 10 vintages of this precious wine. The rigorous selection of grapes destined for the reserve takes place among the oldest vines located in the northern area of Montalcino. Each single segment of vineyard is monitored throughout the vegetative development, and the most suitable sections are then chosen, whose vines are cared for with extreme attention to ensure that the fruit reaches optimal ripeness.
The harvest is done manually, as is the selection of the best grapes, which is carried out before and after destemming. The wine ferments in stainless steel with an initial cold maceration (below 20° C) on the skins for about 15-20 hours. This process is followed by up to 24 days of maceration at a higher controlled temperature.
Malolactic fermentation starts completely naturally and lasts for about 10 days, before the must is left to rest for sedimentation.
The wine matures in wood for about 36 months and, after being bottled, is stored at controlled temperatures in the cellar of Castello Romitorio until its market release.
This wine maintains a consistency that is both astonishing and disarming from one vintage to another. As a Riserva, it has already had all the time to become itself, to show its sincere soul: we find difficult soils, icy winters, and warm sun, we find wild nature and something epic that the years cannot obscure or alter. It is strong and muscular. This wine is, and that’s it. The warmth of the alcohol contrasts with the pronounced acidity, the tannins, indissoluble and resolute, retain their unyielding aftertaste. Dried notes of sour cherries still linger. With aging, the more savoury notes increase: of salt, of herbs, of earth. For me, all this means one thing: sincerity.
(Anne Krebiehl MW)
REGION: Tuscany
CULTIVATION: Cordonesperonatocondensita?di
impianto 240x65 cm GRAPE VARIETY: Sangiovese
HARVEST: Manual, with hand selection of the grapes before and after destemming
ELEVATION: About 36 months in oak

The Brunello di Montalcino Castello Romitorio is our pride: the result of more than thirty years of work in harmony with nature in the terroir of Montalcino. The Romitorio estate is located in the north-west quadrant of Montalcino where this classic Brunello is produced from Sangiovese grapes, sourced from both old and young vines, carefully harvested and hand-selected on the sorting table, before and after destemming. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, with a short initial period of cold maceration (below 20°C) with the skins for about 15-20 hours, followed by a higher temperature controlled maceration that can last up to 20 days. Malolactic fermentation begins naturally and lasts for about 10 days before the wine is allowed to rest to separate it from the sediment.
The wine matures in oak for about 24 months and after bottling is aged in the temperature-controlled cellars of Castello Romitorio before being released for sale.
There is something intoxicating and invigorating about this wine: a high nose of oak and fruit with hints of sour cherries, violets, and pomegranate.
There are also suggestions of earth and, with aging, nuances of sage and soy. The tannins are deeply woven into the body, firm yet fine, giving this wine an exceptional structure, a skeleton from which the fruit, oak, and aromas can fully express themselves. The wine unfolds slowly in the glass, becoming more sinuous and sensual when in contact with air,
the slight astringency of the tannins invites further sips. The bottle aging brings pleasant tertiary notes of leather and herbs, the persistence and aroma are lasting. This wine makes an impression as soon as it is released, but becomes even truer to itself as it ages.
(Anne Krebiehl MW)
REGION: Tuscany
CULTIVATION: Cordonesperonatocondensita?di
planting 240x65 cm GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Sangiovese
HARVEST: Manual, with hand selection of the grapes before and after destemming
ELEVATION: About 24 months in oak

Chianti Gallonero d.o.c.g.
Location of Vineyards
San Felice (Castelnuovo Berardenga, Siena)
Characteristics
of the Soil
Medium texture and rich in skeleton. Predominance of clay of calcareous-marl origin, coming from the disintegration of Albarese and Galestro and resting on rocks. Small extensions also on alluvial soils rich in sand and silt.
Training System
Guyot and Spurred Cordon
Grape Variety
Predominantly Sangiovese
Harvest
2nd week of September and 1st week of October
Vinification
a nd Ageing Maceration for 8–10 days at a temperature
of 28–30° C. Malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Ageing in Slavonian oak barrels for 10-12 months. Bottle ageing for 2 months.
Tasting Notes and Pairings
Brilliant ruby red colour. Notes of cherry, raspberry and violet. The taste is dry, with delicate tannins and a fresh acidity.

Chianti Classico Gallonero Riserva d.o.c.g.
Tasting Notes and Pairings
Deep ruby red colour. The aroma is intense and persistent with typical hints of violet and forest fruits. It is a full-bodied, austere wine, with juicy tannins and a fresh acidity. Aromatic complexity that comes from well-balanced wood. It pairs well with grilled meats, roasted pigeon, and beef tagliata.
Soil Characteristics
Medium texture and rich in skeleton. Predominantly clay of calcareous-marly origin, derived from the disintegration of Alberese and Galestro, resting on rocks.
Training System
Spurred cordon
Grape Variety
Predominantly Sangiovese
Harvest
2nd week of September, 1st week of October
Vinification
and Ageing Fermentation in contact with the skins for 18-20 days at a temperature of 28-30° C. Malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks. 80% of the mass matures in Slavonian oak barrels for 24 months, the remaining 20% matures in French oak barriques of 225 litres.
Bottle Ageing not less than 3 months.
Bottles Produced
320,000

Ghiaccio Forte represents the dedication of Sandro and Filippo Chia to the local tradition of cultivating Sangiovese on the hills of Morellino di Scansano. The deep passion and knowledge of this grape variety, combined with the constant pursuit of quality, have produced a particular expression of Morellino di Scansano, an authentic child of its terroir.

The vineyards, planted on the steep slopes of the Monti Aquilaia and the gentle hills of the Valle dell'Albegna, are located at the southernmost point of the denomination, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.

The yields are extremely low and each vineyard is harvested at the point of optimal ripeness, vinified separately to respect the peculiar characteristics of each plot. The grapes are carefully selected and hand destemmed before being gently transported to stainless steel tanks. The wine macerates on the skins for about two weeks before soft pressing, then undergoes malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks. The result is a concentrated but silky Morellino di Scansano, with a translucent colour, that carries the characteristic traits of a Sangiovese pure expression of its terroir.
GRAPE VARIETY
100% Sangiovese

YEAR OF PLANTING
2001-2018

SOILS

Hilly. The vineyards that develop in the hilly areas draw nourishment from soils with over 30% skeleton. These soils are clayey-silty but with sand over 30%, thus well-draining. Calcium is found in large quantities and the soil is very rich in minerals.

Fluvial. The vineyards that rise at the foot of the Ghiaccio Forte hill, along the course of the Albegna river, sink their roots into clayey-silty soils with a sand percentage around 30%. The soil is very rich in minerals, particularly calcium, and has a good skeletal endowment, about 10%.

ROMITORIO is the symbol of vision and continuous exploration of excellence with non-native grape varieties in Tuscany.
A modern Super Tuscan full of energy that combines an opulent character with elegance and persistence. This wine is for all those who seek a wine with personality and excellent drinkability.
Vinification takes place in stainless steel tanks, followed by a period of maturation in concrete before being transferred to bottle.
The fruit takes centre stage: the sour cherry meets the ripe plum in a complex, bold, and full-bodied profile. The palate distinctly perceives the fruit, freshness, and a moderate body:
tannins are evident, yet balanced by fruity notes that reach a sweetness of vanilla and mocha, softening the intense and full body. The finish is warm and rounded, a burst of great fruity exuberance that retains its vitality even after several years.
(Anne Krebiehl MW) REGION: Tuscany
CULTIVATION: Cordonesperonatocondensita?di impianto 240x65 cm
HARVEST: Manual, with hand selection of the grapes before and after destemming

From the 2020 vintage, Castello Romitorio produces a new Rosso di Montalcino called Colto. A Rosso di Montalcino with a vibrant colour, long and expressive, resulting from young and strong vines planted in the unspoiled territory of Castello Romitorio to the north-west of Montalcino. The wine is produced in very small quantities (only 6000 bottles).
Colto is aged for six months in wood, six months in cement, and six months in bottle. It is a magnificent expression of Sangiovese that reflects the more austere climate of the north-west quadrant of the Montalcino area. With bottle aging, this wine will develop further complexity, character, and elegance.
REGION: Tuscany GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Sangiovese
CULTIVATION: Cordone speronato with a planting density of 240x65 cm
HARVEST: Manual, with hand selection of the grapes before and after destemming
ELEVATION: About 6 months in oak

Bolgheri superiore
This Bolgheri Rosso Superiore is born in the Grattamacco estate, located on the summit of a hill overlooking the sea between Castagneto Carducci and Bolgheri.
It is predominantly produced with Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and with Merlot and Sangiovese grapes, harvested and selected exclusively by hand from the second half of September to the first week of October. Fermentation occurs spontaneously in open wooden vats, with maceration in contact with the skins, after which the wine matures in first and second passage barriques for 18 months, followed by a refinement period of at least 12 months in the bottle.
It presents a bright ruby red colour. On the nose, it opens with a fine and intense bouquet, with hints of berries and cassis, enriched by pleasant balsamic and spicy notes. On the palate, it is fresh and savoury, with balanced tannins and a complex and aromatic finish.
Perfect to accompany game and wild meat, this wine is ideal paired with braised dishes and medium-aged hard cheeses.

Bolgheri red
Bell’Aja is a clear testament to how a Bordeaux blend harmoniously meets the terroir of Bolgheri. A true second wine that combines immediate pleasure with taste-olfactory complexity, demonstrating a character deeply linked to its area of origin.
TASTING NOTES

Of a violet-red colour, on the nose the wine presents aromas of berry jam, with sweet spicy notes. On the palate, it is pleasant and harmonious with soft and enveloping tannins. Ideal with duck sauce ravioli, grilled meats, roast suckling pig.

Canaiolo from Tuscany
The Canaiolo Ascione Alongi is a beautiful interpretation of Tuscan tradition. The grapes have been selected by these two great winemakers from small Tuscan producers and then, after vinification, they mature for eight months in cement and steel.
The Canaiolo Ascione Alongi is a lively ruby red, bright and intense, perfectly reflecting the colour of the grape variety. On the nose, it exudes a subtle and lively bouquet with a delicate floral matrix. On the palate, it offers a depth of flavour with pinpoint precision; the tannins are, in fact, elegant and caressing, leaving room for an unparalleled mineral and fresh matrix. A sip that demonstrates the remarkable skill of Jean Villa.

The Colorino Toscana IGT by Ascione Alongi is an extremely original wine. Versatile is perhaps its most appropriate adjective. It can be enjoyed on its own due to its disarming drinkability or paired with structured meals for the powerful taste it can provide. The Colorino grapes are carefully selected by the two producers Ascione and Alongi and after vinification, they mature for 8 months in cement and steel.
The Ascione-Alongi Colorino is decidedly intense and distinctive. It showcases notes of spice, dark and fresh fruit, and almost inky tones typical of the grape variety, but always with maximum lightness and drinkability. A great interpretation of the Tuscan tradition.

Red of Montalcino d.o.c.
Grape variety: Sangiovese Grosso
Soil: Deep and draining, rich in metamorphic skeletal genesis
Vineyard area: 8 ha
Planting type: Single and double guyot
Vine density per ha: 4,800
Average age of the vineyard: 26 years
Average production per ha: 42 hl
Vinification and aging: Spontaneous fermentation and maceration on the skins for 20 days in oak vats with frequent pump-overs and punch downs. Aging in large barrels for 24 months and in cement tanks for 6 months.
Total sulphur: 63 mg/l
Bottles produced: 32,000
The Rosso di Montalcino Sogni e Follia by Podere Le Ripi is a full-bodied and expressive red wine. The perfect blend of freshness and power, elegance and volume, which concludes, moving sinuously, between tannin and softness.
WHEN
When a person very special to you, whom you haven't seen for many years, accepts your invitation to dinner. Don't waste time and turn on the burners to prepare your grandmother's pici with white ragù recipe. Finally, uncork a bottle of Rosso di Montalcino Sogni e Follia. It will help you smoothly resume important topics that were left hanging a long time ago.

Designation: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
Grape variety: 100% Sangiovese
First year of production: 2012
Alcohol: 14%
Number of bottles produced: 16,000
Training system and density: Spurred cordon with 4,800 plants per hectare
Soil: Deep alluvial soils with a slight dominance of silt and sand. Very heterogeneous skeleton with limestone debris ranging from galestro to alberese.
Yield per hectare: 35 quintals
Harvest: Manual at the end of September
Yeasts: Indigenous
Vinification: Fermentation and maceration for 40 days in open wooden vats. Initially, 80% of the fermentation is accompanied by open pump-overs. The final part of the fermentation takes place with submerged cap (piemontesina).
Aging: 28 months in oak barrels and 14 months in concrete tanks
Tasting notes: A deep yet transparent wine. The taste is complex with a progression of various floral and fruity notes, concealing a briny soul. Our vineyards on the west side are surrounded by a forest oasis and the Ombrone river, thus they adapt well to warm vintages like 2018, offering a wine that has maintained a nice dynamism and lightness without excessive sweetness. The structure and texture of the wine give us hope for a high aging potential.

- BOLGHERI DOC ROSSO
Produced with the same passion and attention to detail reserved for Ornellaia, Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia is a true “second vin”. A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, which combines immediate pleasantness and taste-olfactory complexity with a proven aging potential.
TASTING NOTES FROM THE WINEMAKER
44% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Cabernet Franc, 13% Petit Verdot Alc. : 14.5 % vol.
“Of intense ruby red colour, with purple reflections, Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia 2022 reveals without shyness an evident and generous aromatic expression, characterised by aromas of ripe red fruits. On the palate, the wine is soft, round and enveloping, but at the same time full-bodied and substantial, showing great balance between structure, fullness and elegance.”
VINIFICATION AND AGING
The harvest was done by hand in 15 kg boxes and the bunches were selected on a double sorting table before and after destemming and then subjected to a gentle pressing. Since 2016, in addition to manual selection, optical sorting has been introduced to further enhance the quality of the selection. Each variety and each plot was vinified separately. The alcoholic fermentation took place partly in stainless steel tanks and partly in cement tanks, at temperatures between 22-28°C for two weeks, followed by maceration of about 10-15 days. The malolactic fermentation took place in steel tanks, and subsequently the wines were transferred to barriques (25% new and 75% second passage). The wine remained in barriques in the Ornellaia cellar at controlled temperature for about 15 months. After the first 12 months, blending was carried out and then reintroduced into the barriques where it spent another 3 months. The wine remains in bottle for six months before being released on the market.

TOSCANA IGT ROSSO
Immediately pleasant, versatile and carefree, Le Volte dell’Ornellaia tells a story of conviviality. Through this bright red, one begins to enter the world of Ornellaia and to simply share that passion for quality that is felt here daily and found in every sip.
WINEMAKER'S NOTES
Alc. : 14% vol.
“With its usual ruby red colour, with purple reflections, Le Volte dell’Ornellaia is characterised on the nose by lively notes of red fruits accompanied by delicate spiciness. On the palate, the wine is well balanced in all its components, managing to combine a smooth and soft tannic structure with an acidic freshness that gives crunchiness and pleasantness to the wine.”
VINIFICATION AND AGING
The vinification was carried out separately in small steel tanks, respecting the different varietal characteristics during the fermentation phases. After alcoholic fermentation, malolactic fermentation followed, also in steel tanks. The aging phase lasted 10 months, partly in barriques previously used for Ornellaia, and the other part in cement tanks, to achieve a perfect balance between tannic structure and fruity expression.

Noble of Montepulciano d.o.c.g.
Tenuta Calimaia
Located in a historic area for the production of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and considered one of the most suitable, Calimaia lies on the gentle hills between the Val di Chiana and the Val d’Orcia. The vineyards surrounding the estate enjoy an altitude of 300 meters above sea level and vary in exposure and soil type, thus enhancing each grape variety cultivated.
Variety: 90% Sangiovese, locally known as Prugnolo gentile, and 10% complementary red grape varieties Alcohol Content: 14.5%
Maturation: 24 months in oak barrels
Vinification and maturation
Once hand-harvested, the grapes were vinified in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature (max 26°C) and the fermentation was conducted spontaneously. The maceration on the skins allowed for a perfect extraction of polyphenolic substances, aided by frequent pump-overs in the initial phases of fermentation, interrupted by a “delestage” in the intermediate phase, before resuming in the final phase. The malolactic fermentation was completed in steel before winter. The maturation in 50 hL oak barrels lasted as usual for 24 months. Before being released on the market, Calimaia underwent bottle aging in our cellar for the subsequent 4 months.
Tasting notes
Tenuta Calimaia Vino Nobile di Montepulciano presents an intense ruby red colour. On the nose, it offers evident notes of red fruits: cherry and sour cherry at the outset, followed by intense notes of aromatic herbs and spices, including sage, cardamom, and pink pepper. In the final olfactory notes, dark chocolate is accompanied by hints of liquorice. On the palate, it begins with its generous, voluminous body while remaining fresh at the same time. The tannic texture is dense and free of roughness. The taste-olfactory correspondence is remarkable, and the intense aromatic persistence is very long.

Morellino di Scansano DOCG
First produced in 2000. Young and dynamic, the Santa Maria Morellino di Scansano presents itself as a fresh, soft, and fruity wine, ideal for any occasion.
Variety: Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon Alcohol Content: 13.5%
Maturation: 12 months in steel
Tasting notes
Santa Maria 2021 presents a beautiful bright ruby red colour. The bouquet is characterised by intense fruity notes of cherry, plum, and wild strawberry. Over time, delicate citrus notes emerge, accompanied by spicy hints. On the palate, it is lively and fresh. Present tannins. Characterised by a warm softness. Harmonious and persistent.

Variety?: Cabernet sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet franc, Sangiovese Alcohol Content: 13.5%
Aging: 12 months in barriques and 2 in bottle
Vinification and aging
The grapes, freshly harvested, were destemmed and fermented with light and constant pump-overs in temperature-controlled steel tanks. Once the alcoholic fermentation was completed, malolactic fermentation took place and the wine began aging in barriques for 12 months, undergoing the typical harmonious evolution of the various colouring, olfactory and taste components. The further period in bottle allowed Tenuta Frescobaldi Castiglioni to express itself at its maximum potential.
Tasting notes
Tenuta Frescobaldi Castiglioni has a beautiful bright ruby red colour with purple reflections. On the nose, there are splendid fruity aromas reminiscent of cherry, blackberry, blueberry, and mulberry; the spiciness is also wonderful, with notes of cinnamon, star anise, and a slight sensation of black pepper. Subsequently, the toasted and tertiary notes emerge more generally. On the palate, it is soft and enveloping. The tannin is well-matured. The finish is long and persistent.

ORNELLAIA 2020 ‘LA PROPORZIONE’ - BOLGHERI DOC SUPERIORE ROSSO
Ornellaia is born from the meeting of nature and thought. Ancient and complex soils interact through the wisdom of man with a delicate microclimate that finds its echo and mirror in the Mediterranean Sea. A long maturation accompanies the great wine of the estate to its maximum expression, revealing over time its finesse, breadth, and generosity.
TASTING NOTES FROM THE WINEMAKER
50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot Alc. : 14.5% vol.
“With its usual intense ruby red colour, Ornellaia 2020 is characterised on the nose by aromas of ripe red fruits and delicate notes of vanilla and sweet tobacco. On the palate, the wine is soft and velvety, with a pleasant and enveloping entry that invites a second sip. The tannic structure is dense yet elegant, and the finish reveals a savoury quality with beautiful persistence.”
Olga Fusari - Winemaker - July 2022
VINIFICATION AND MATURATION
The harvest was done by hand in 15 kg crates, and the bunches were selected on a double sorting table before and after destemming and then subjected to a gentle pressing. In 2016, in addition to manual selection, optical selection was introduced to further enhance the quality of the selection. Each variety and each plot was vinified separately. The alcoholic fermentation took place partly in stainless steel tanks and partly in concrete tanks at temperatures between 26 and 30°C for a week, followed by a maceration of about 15 days, for a total stay in tank of about three weeks. The malolactic fermentation mainly took place in oak barriques (70% new and 30% second passage). The wine remained in barriques in the Ornellaia cellar at controlled temperature for about 18 months. After the first 12 months, blending was carried out, and then it was reintroduced into the barriques, where it spent another 6 months. The wine remains in bottle for 12 months before being released on the market.

Tuscany Red Typical Geographical Indication
Production area: Alta Maremma, area of the Metalliferous Hills Denomination: IGT – Typical Geographical Indication – Tuscany Red First year of production: 2000
Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc
Planting density: 6,000-9,000 vines/ha
Training system: spurred cordon and guyot
Soil: distinctly clayey with medium-high presence of skeleton. In the higher vineyards, there is more skeleton, in the lower ones, more silt. In the central strip, where the Merlot vines are planted, there is more clay
Agronomic management of the vineyards: integrated pest management Average production: 150,000 bottles
Harvest: by hand in 15 Kg boxes
Aging: in steel

Tuscany Red Indicazione Geografica Tipica
Production area: Alta Maremma, zone of the Metalliferous Hills Denomination: IGT – Indicazione Geografica Tipica – Tuscany Red First year of production: 1992
Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Planting density: 8,500 vines/ha
Training system: spurred cordon
Soil: distinctly clayey with medium-high presence of skeleton. In the higher vineyards there is more skeleton, in the lower ones more silt. In the central strip, where the Merlot vines are planted, there is more clay
Agronomic management of the vineyards: integrated pest management Average production: 40,000 bottles
Harvest: by hand in 15 Kg boxes
Aging: about 18 months in first and second passage French oak barriques; bottled in summer, it is left to rest in the bottle for a few months before being released on the market

Merlot
It is a pure Merlot named after a small stream that flows near the estate. When in 1994 Rita and Virgilio withdrew two barriques of Merlot from production, they perhaps did not think they had created what would become an international cult wine.
From those vines planted in 1988, in the heart of the estate on a slight slope, an exceptional fruit was born. Their position, the composition of the soils, and the microclimates in their combination gave life to this unique wine.
First Italian wine to receive 100/100 from Robert Parker.
Tuscany Merlot Typical Geographical Indication
Production area: Alta Maremma, area of the Metalliferous Hills Denomination: IGT – Typical Geographical Indication – Tuscany Merlot First vintage produced: 1994
Ce?pages: 100% Merlot
Planting density: 8,500 vines/ha
Training system: spurred cordon
Soil: distinctly clayey with medium-high presence of skeleton. In the higher vineyards, there is more skeleton, in the lower ones more silt. In the central strip, where the Merlot vines are planted, there is more clay
Agronomic management of the vineyards: integrated pest management Average production: 15,000 bottles
Harvest: by hand in 15 kg boxes
Aging: 18-20 months in first passage French oak barriques; bottled in summer, it is left to rest in the bottle for a few months before being released on the market

Cabernet Franc, Syrah from the Maremma d.o.c.
“Maremmante” already carries in its name the desire to express the essence of the Maremma land. The Poggio Argentiera winery has chosen to produce this red wine by allowing it to mature only in steel, in order to preserve its territorial and varietal expressiveness to the maximum. The goal is to be able to taste a piece of Maremma starting from international grape varieties in an environment with strong territorial characteristics. The winery is located in the province of Grosseto and consists of 20 hectares of vineyards, divided into the two Poderi Adua and Keeling. The particularities of the soils and the exposures allow for the production of optimal raw materials which, if treated with the right respect, can offer expressive and quality wines. For this reason, the winery operates according to a method of organic farming and is concerned with safeguarding the existing balance between the vine and the terroir.
Poggio Argentiera “Maremmante” is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Syrah varieties. These grapes come from vineyards located in the Baccinello area, with soils rich in alluvial pebbles and a prevalence of clayey limestone, and from the Alberese area, whose soils are defined by the presence of sand and silt. The harvest is carried out manually using crates. The maceration phase lasts for two weeks and takes place in temperature-controlled steel containers, as does fermentation and maturation.
The “Maremmante” red from Poggio Argentiera has a ruby red colour, enlivened by purple reflections. The nose is characterised by dark notes that shift from blackberry to blueberry and from liquorice to black pepper, all set against an intriguing backdrop of Mediterranean scrub. On the palate, the softness and structure balance very well with the freshness and tannic profile, defining a balanced and pleasant sip. “Maremmante” is a sincere and everyday wine that delights the palate on any occasion.
Colour Ruby red
Aroma Fragrant aromas of forest fruits, violets, cherries, and Mediterranean herbs
Taste Fresh, juicy, and tasty, with a pronounced tannin

Ciliegiolo 100% from Maremma
The Ciliegiolo from Poggio Argentiera represents a soft and juicy expression of this black grape variety that provides excellent quality results in Maremma Tuscany. Some hypotheses trace the origin of Ciliegiolo to Spain, from where it was introduced to Italy in 1870 by some pilgrims returning from Santiago de Compostela. Other more accredited theories suggest that Ciliegiolo is even a parent of the much more famous Sangiovese, with which it is often blended. However, the origin of its name is certain, referring both to the colour of the grapes and to the intense cherry aromas expressed by the wine. The oenological consultancy of Poggio Argentiera was once entrusted to Antonio Camillo, a master in the vinification of Ciliegiolo who charted the path to follow.
Poggio Argentiera Ciliegiolo is a pure expression of the eponymous black grape variety cultivated according to the principles of integrated pest management in the Banditella area of Alberese, in the Grossetana Maremma. The vines benefit from the typically Mediterranean climate of the Tyrrhenian coast and the loamy and sandy nature of the soils. After the harvest, the red vinification of the bunches takes place with alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks in contact with the skins. The subsequent maturation period, which lasts for several months, also takes place in steel.
The Ciliegiolo from the Poggio Argentiera winery has a lively ruby red colour. The aromatic profile is intense and rich, defined by aromas of red-fleshed fruit that meet slightly spicy notes. The tasting highlights pleasant softness and juicy freshness in a balanced combination with long persistence of the fruity sensations perceived on the nose.
Colour Lively ruby red
Aroma Intense, rich, notes of ripe red-fleshed fruit meet light spices
Taste Soft, fresh, juicy, balanced and long

Denomination: IGT Toscana rosso
Grape variety: 100% Cabernet franc
Training system: Guyot
Alcohol content: 13%vol
Altitude: 500 m/slm
Harvest period: 3rd-4th week of September
Yield/ha: 30 hl
Aging: 6 months in cement, 6 months in wooden barrels
Winemaking notes: 15% whole cluster
First vintage: 2002
Bottles produced: 15,000
Ampeleia has an intense colour and perfectly represents the harmonious union of our different plots of Cabernet Franc. It allows the terroir of Roccatederighi to “whisper gently” with its minerality and to get lost among small berry fruits, balsamic notes, aromatic herbs, and spices: deep, with silky tannins. Opening the bottle represents the beginning of a journey, to be enjoyed to the fullest. A journey spanning 21 years, as many as the vintages we have produced.

Denomination: IGT Toscana Alicante Nero
Grape variety: Alicante nero
Training system: spurred cordon
Alcohol content: 12.5% vol
Altitude: 250 m/asl
Harvest period: third week of August
Yield/ha: 45 hl
Aging: 10 months in cement tanks
Winemaking notes: 20% whole cluster
First vintage: 2013
Bottles produced: 13,000
A wine that surprises and entertains with its dual soul. Behind its joyful and fresh character lies an elegance and uniqueness. It enchants with notes of strawberry and flowers, ultimately capturing with notes of earth, graphite, and spices.

Denomination: IGT Toscana Rosso
Grapes: Alicante nero, Carignano, Mourvedre, Sangiovese, Alicante Bouschet
Training system: Cordone speronato, guyot
Alcohol content: 12% vol
Altitude: from 200 to 350 m/asl
Harvest period: late August/1st week of September
Yield/ha: 65 hl
Aging: 6 months in cement tanks
Winemaking notes: maceration of 2-3 days on the skins
First vintage: 2011
Bottles produced: 160,000
Unlitro expresses intense aromas and an immediate and harmonious drink characterised by an explosion of fruit accompanied by gentle balsamic and spicy notes.

Unlitro is our lightest, most dynamic and immediate offering. Starting from the name. And to be enjoyed in company.

Only the best grapes selected from all the vineyards of Riecine are used for La Gioia.
A meticulous selection in the field is followed by a double sorting in the cellar.
First, the bunches are checked one by one on a vibrating sorting table, then
destemmed, and finally, the berries are checked again before being transferred into
unlined Nomblot concrete vats and French oak Grenier truncated cone vats.
Fermentation begins 4-5 days after the grapes enter the vats, and the must
is kept at a controlled temperature to promote cryomaceration also
with the help of dry ice. Generally, the fermentation activity lasts
for 14-15 days, after which, following a brief submerged cap maceration, the mass
is racked into tonneaux, 33% new, 33% second passage, and 33% third passage, for 24 months.
At the end of the wood ageing phase, the lots are blended to form
the final mass. This is transferred into unlined concrete vats, where it
will spend another 3 months for tartaric stabilization and natural clarification,
before being bottled. In the ageing room, away from light
and vibrations and protected from sudden temperature changes, the
bottles rest for at least 6 months before being marketed.
DENOMINATION: Rosso Toscana IGT

GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Sangiovese

FIRST VINTAGE: 1982

SOIL: Limestone and Clay

ALTITUDE: 450-500 m asl

VINEYARDS: Gaiole in Chianti (SI). Entirely organic farming (ICEA certification)

VINEYARD AGE: 40 years

HARVEST: October. Hand-picked with two selections: in the vineyard and on a vibrating sorting table

VINIFICATION: Selection of the most suitable Sangiovese grapes. The grapes are hand-picked and selected. Fermentation takes place in unlined Nomblot concrete vats and maceration lasts 15-20 days

AGEING: 24 months in new Tonneaux. At least 6 months of bottle ageing

“The first Supertuscan”
TUSCANY I.G.T.
WINERY: SAN FELICE (Castelnuovo Berardenga - Siena)
GRAPES: Pugnitello 35%, Merlot 30%, Cabernet Sauvignon 30%, Petit Verdot 5%
Produced for the first time in 1968, Vigorello represents the first example of those Tuscan wines of the new generation that later became famous as ‘Supertuscans’. Its composition, predominantly Bordeaux, has recently been enhanced with Pugnitello, an ancient Tuscan grape rediscovered by San Felice, to accentuate its territorial character.
Notes from the winemaker:
Compact ruby colour with slight garnet streaks. Nose of raspberry jam, sweet spicy notes and underbrush. Warm, complex, tannic palate, with slight hints of vanilla.

“Supertuscan”
TOSCANA I.G.T.
CANTINA: Marchesi Antinori (San Casciano - Firenze)
VITIGNI: 80% Sangiovese, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc
Note dell’ enologo:
A red that has made history in Italian wine. The first Sangiovese to be aged in barrique, the first modern wine blended with non-traditional varieties, among the first reds of Chianti not to include white grapes in its blend. It rests for 2 years before being released on the market.
Softness and Elegance merge for a perfect combination.
Red fruits and flowers dominate the scene.

Grapes: cabernet sauvignon 38%, cabernet franc 22%, merlot 19%, syrah 15%, petit verdot 6%
BOLGHERI ROSSO DOC “IL BRUCIATO” 2022 - TENUTA GUADO AL TASSO, ANTINORI: WHY WE LIKE IT

Il Bruciato is the younger brother of "Guado al Tasso", a Bolgheri of great intensity characterised by a modern and harmonious style. A red wine that comes from those vineyards of the Estate that do not represent the peak necessary for the production of Guado al Tasso, plots where the management of the plant is still aimed at maximising quality. Its maturation takes place for at least 8 months in barriques and for at least 4 months in bottle: this results in a wine of great intensity and softness, a perfect calling card for the denomination and the Estate.

TASTING NOTES

Dark ruby red, with slight violet hues. On the nose, intense notes of ripe red fruits dominate, followed by pleasant hints of sweet spices. On the palate, the wine is balanced, harmonious and enveloping, characterised by a sinuous and enveloping tannic structure. A very pleasant wine to drink.

Bolgheri Superiore red
TOSCANA D.O.C.
WINERY: ORNELLAIA (Loc.Ornellaia - Bolgheri - Livorno)
GRAPES: 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot
Notes from the winemaker:
Ornellaia 2021 is an expression of a typically Bolgheri vintage, where there were sunny periods without precipitation, resulting in rich and concentrated wines, yet at the same time very expressive and generous.
On the nose, typical hints of Mediterranean scrub, aromatic herbs, cypress berries, and classic aromas of blackcurrant and dark fruits accompany the tasting with a dense tannic structure that fills the palate with precision and finesse. The finish is persistent, vibrant, and carries with it a sensation of aromatic freshness and elegance.

GRAPES Merlot, Sangiovese 14.5% Vol.
Luce 2022 presents a bright ruby red colour. On the nose, it expresses fresh sensations of red fruits, such as currants and pomegranate surrounded by delicate floral aromas. On the palate, the entry is enveloping, continuing into a fresh and vibrant sip that, accompanied by sweet tannins, introduces a savoury finish of great length.

GRAPES Merlot, Sangiovese 14.00% Vol.
Lucente presents a ruby red colour. On the nose, it expresses the sunny character of the vintage
with notes of pomegranate, blackberries, and violets that combine with elegant spices. On the palate, the entry is
enveloping, balanced by a lovely freshness with perfectly ripe tannins that leave
a savoury and vibrant finish.

Brunello di Montalcino 14.5%
"CastelGiocondo is a unique place in Montalcino, where the great variety of exposures and soils – galestro, clays and Pliocene sands
– give this Brunello infinite shades. A polyhedral nature of notes that evolve over time and make
one continuously want to discover, savour and remember.
Brunello CastelGiocondo 2020 presents a wonderful intense and bright ruby red colour. Even in this very
favourable vintage, it is characterised by an unmistakable elegance and an intriguing complexity. The bouquet opens with floral notes
followed by fruity sensations reminiscent of small red and black fruits. Tertiary and spicy hints follow, such as liquorice,
nutmeg, green tea leaves and coffee bean. The tannic structure is elegant and dense, the minerality envelops the palate and
impresses with its harmony. Long and persistent on the finish.

NOBILE DI MONTEPULCIANO organic
After years of relentless experimentation, we have identified the “Asinone” vineyard as having the best qualitative potential of our grapes. The Nobile “Asinone” represents the most complete synthesis of tradition, territory, and oenological innovation. Made from Sangiovese grapes, it expresses a recognisable style and a defined character. Tuscany in a glass.
GRAPE VARIETIES
Best vintages 100% Sangiovese. Other vintages about 10% Colorino and Canaiolo
AGING
16-18 months in French oak tonneaux.
PRODUCTION
about 25,000 bottles

INDICAZIONE GEOGRAFICA TIPICA
A great modern red, which we named Le Stanze, the title of a distinguished work by the poet Angelo Ambrogini, known as “Il Poliziano”. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Le Stanze is a classic Tuscan “Bordeaux blend”, which helps us engage with international tastes, highlighting the value of the Montepulciano territory and its potential in producing great aging wines.
GRAPES
90% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Merlot
AGING
16 months in new French oak barriques
PRODUCTION
about 18,000 bottles

Controlled Designation of Origin
The establishment of the Doc Cortona in 1999, its immediate recognition as a suitable area for international grape varieties, along with the friendship with the Aliotti Tommasi Family – owners of excellent lands – were the inspiring factors for the birth of the Poliziano winemaking project in Cortona. In 2006, convinced of the unique potential of Merlot grown in the Pliocene clays of Cortona, we began bottling In Violas.
GRAPE VARIETIES
100% Merlot
AGING
approximately 16-18 months in French oak barriques.
PRODUCTION
12,000 – 18,000 bottles

Controlled and Guaranteed Designation of Origin
A wine that is warm and intense, as is typical for a product obtained in an area close to the sea, but at the same time captivates with its drinkability and pleasantness, fully expressing its vocation as a versatile wine.
GRAPES
85% Sangiovese – 15% Ciliegiolo
AGING
the wine is aged partly in wood and partly in tank
PRODUCTION
about 60,000 bottles

Bolgheri Superiore red
TOSCANA D.O.C.
WINERY: ORNELLAIA (Loc.Ornellaia - Bolgheri - Livorno)
GRAPES: 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot

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