Producer | Avignonesi & Capannelle |
Country | Italy |
Region | Toscana |
Varietal | Merlot Blend |
Vintage | 2012 |
Sku | RD9740 |
Size | 750ml |
Bright ruby with a fine garnet edge. Intense and clearly defined nose, smells of cherries, raspberries, some cardamom, then also plum, complex. Unfolds with firm, gripping tannins, deep, builds nicely, lots of juicy fruit, long aftertaste of pomegranate.
Avignonesi is a wine producer in the Montepulciano region of southern Tuscany. It is well known for its Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, made from the Sangiovese variety, and its Vin Santo, which is the most sought-after on Wine-Searcher. The estate was founded in 1974 by the Avignonesi family. It was acquired by Virgine Saverys (of Belgian shipping dynasty, the Saverys family) in 2009, who expanded the estate significantly. It now comprises 175 hectares of vineyards, and has a new, state-of-the-art winemaking facility. Saverys also established it as a leader in biodynamic viticulture in the country. Avignonesi is certified organic, biodynamic (Biodyvin) and vegan. In total, Avignonesi has nine vineyards: eight in Montepulciano, and one in the small commune of Cortona, which is a little way to the northeast of Montepulciano. Soil types vary widely, while the rolling hills offer different aspects and elevations.
Quantity: |
Sign up for the Italian Wine Merchants newsletter and be among the first to know about upcoming releases!