Vecchia Cantina Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG 2019 (Italy)

Description

Oak, Raspberry, Spice

"Compact in it's solid matrix showing notes of cherries, black cherries, raspberries and mixed flowers. Full bodied, light tannins and a juicy, shining finale of great smoothness. Drink now or hold" Raffaele Vecchione, WinesCritic.com, Jun 2022

"Fresh red berries, spices and a hint of dark minerals. This is nicely dry and chewy on the palate with a medium body and firm tannins to close. Drink now" James Suckling, Jamessuckling.com, Aug 2023

Vivid ruby red with pleasant violet hues. Fresh and wide, persistent in the fruity notes. With age it releases scents of spices. Good freshness and tannin-acid balance, fruity notes of red berry fruits and jam as suggested by the bouquet. Good structure and savouriness. 

Established in 1937, thanks to the initiative of 14 pioneering producers, Vecchia Cantina is the oldest wine growing and wine producing cooperative in Tuscany. For over 80 years they have been a driving force in the region, whilst almost single-handedly sustaining the DOC (Denominazione di Origine) following the Second World War. Today it remains a cornerstone in the region and widely recognized as being a key promoter of regional wine, culture and tradition.

Vino Nobile di Montepulciano has a long and storied wine history closely associated with Italian nobility (it was only available on their tables as a sign of prestige) and became a controlled designation of origin (DOC) in 1966 and Italy’s first DOCG wine in 1980.

The grapes are picked, selected and fermented for 20 days at a temperature of about 26-28°C. After fermentation the wine is aged for 20 months in small oak barrels. After bottling it will rest, at a controlled temperature for 11 months in the winery.

Food Pairing: Pair with any kind of roasted meat or medium-aged cheeses.