Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG 2023 Avignonesi

What kind of wine is it

Avignonesi's Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is a red wine made from 100% Sangiovese. It has a medium body, ripe, polished tannins and a well-defined tasting profile. It's enjoyable to drink right away, yet it also has good aging potential.

Where it comes from

The grapes come from Montepulciano, in Tuscany, from vineyards situated between 270 and 375 meters above sea level. The soils are sedimentary of marine origin, calcareous, with varying amounts of clay and sand. The vines, planted between 1995 and 2017, are trained as alberello, Guyot and spur cordon. This diversity of exposures and soils contributes to the wine's character.

How it's made

Maceration lasts twenty to twenty-five days at controlled temperature. Alcoholic fermentation is carried out by yeasts selected from the pied de cuve, an early-picked batch used to isolate the yeasts present on the skins. The wine then ages for eighteen months in large casks and in tonneaux, with wood use that is never intrusive.

Tasting notes

The color is purple-red, lively and medium in intensity. The nose opens with small red fruits and pomegranate juice, with the violet note typical of Sangiovese and subtle hints of vanilla. On the palate it is lively, flavorful and crunchy, with ripe cherry, plum jam and shades of licorice on the finish. Well-defined tannins and a fresh vein of acidity lead to a persistent finish.

Food pairings

Pairs well with grilled red meats and roasts, which support its tannic frame. It works with pasta with ragù and with medium-aged cheeses, where freshness and fruit cleanse the palate.

When to serve it

Ideal for lunches and dinners centered on meat, and for occasions when you're looking for a Tuscan red with character yet easy to drink. It can be opened now or left in the cellar for a few more years.