2019 Capezzana Carmignano 'Villa di Capezzana' DOCG

Carmignano is a rich blend of ripe red fruits, tobacco, and earthy notes, showcasing a historic fusion of Bordeaux and Italian grape varieties.

Producer

Tenuta di Capezzana

Region

Tuscany

Country

Italy

Varietal

Sangiovese

Varietal Composition

80% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon

Specifications

2019

Vintage

2032

Drink By

ABV

Vinification

Organically farmed grapes aged in French oak tonneaux (10% new) and large neutral Slavonian oak barrels for 12 months, followed by 12 months aging in bottle before release

Occasional wine note

Carmignano has a history of blending Bordeaux grapes with Italian varieties that pre-dates the advent of the Super Tuscan by centuries. This offering is a great example of the many find blends you can find from this subregion of Tuscany. Ripe red fruits with underlying tones of tobacco and an earthiness that really ties it all together. Delicious!

What experts say about this wine

100

James Suckling

A deep set of red plums and berries with some fine tobacco leaf and savory herbs, mineral and porcini. Juicy and intense on the palate with lots of chalky, nicely chewy tannins and a juicy finish. From organically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but better after 2023.

100

Wine Spectator

A slightly brooding red, with firm tannins underlying plum, cherry and earth flavors, while accents of iron and tobacco emerge on the solid finish. Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon.

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