Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG Late Release 2016 Avignonesi

The Nobile di Montepulciano Late Release by Avignonesi is produced from 100% Sangiovese grapes sourced from vineyards located in the Pievi of Valiano, Badia, Valardegna, Sant’Ilario and Sant’Albino, in the Montepulciano area. The different soils, of fluvio-lacustrine and marine origin and characterized by clay, silt and calcareous sand components, contribute to the wine’s complexity and identity. The special graphic design, created by Avignonesi and Bonvini 1909 with a design by Atelier Bingo, portrays Le Capezzine as a living place, deeply connected to the landscape and its own history: the shapes of the label and the packaging echo the architecture of the estate, the profile of the hills and the Tuscan horizon, while the color palette evokes the warm light of the area.

Vinification involves skin macerations that can last up to 30 days, adjusted according to the characteristics of each lot. For each lot, a dedicated pied de cuve is prepared and carefully monitored before use, with the aim of encouraging the start of fermentation without resorting to selected yeasts and preserving the bond between the wine and the grapes of origin. Aging takes place for 18 months between large Slavonian oak casks and barriques, followed by a long period of bottle maturation in the estate cellars, a central element of the Late Release philosophy, which regards time as an essential tool to accompany and understand the evolution of Sangiovese.

In the glass it shows a deep ruby-red color that, with time, takes on elegant garnet hues. The nose expresses ripe red fruits, cherry and plum, accompanied by notes of forest floor, spices, Mediterranean herbs and delicate balsamic hints. On the palate it is harmonious and structured, with a silky tannic texture, good freshness and a long, persistent finish that highlights the character of Sangiovese.

It pairs particularly well with richly flavored pasta dishes, red meats, roasts, game and aged cheeses.