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Description of the Argiano Winery
Domaine Argiano, located in Montalcino in Tuscany, is renowned for its commitment to excellence and tradition in the production of high quality wines. Proud of its heritage, the estate combines ancient viticultural techniques with modern technologies to create wines that reflect Montalcino's unique terroir, including the famous Brunello and Rosso di Montalcino.
Description of the Cuvée Rosso Di Montalcino
Argiano's Cuvée Rosso Di Montalcino is made from young Sangiovese vines, offering a more accessible approach but just as respectful of the distinctive character of this iconic grape variety. This wine is designed to reflect the typicality of Montalcino with a shorter aging period than Brunello, resulting in a fresher, sooner ready-to-drink wine, whilst maintaining a complex structure and rich character.
Aromas of the Cuvée
This Rosso Di Montalcino seduces with its vibrant aromas of fresh red fruits such as strawberry and cherry, complemented by floral notes of rose and violet. Subtle nuances of herbs and spices add depth to the whole, while a light note of oak brings a touch of roundness and complexity to the bouquet.
Characteristics of the Cuvée
- Grape variety: Sangiovese
- Profile: A balanced wine with soft tannins and refreshing acidity, which makes it an excellent choice for young consumption. Rosso Di Montalcino is appreciated for its freshness, its immediate drinkability and its development potential over a few years in the cellar.
- Aging Potential: Although it is often appreciated in its youth, this wine has aging potential which allows it to flourish and gain complexity for several years.
Pairings with this Cuvée
Rosso Di Montalcino is very versatile at the table, perfect to accompany pasta dishes, white meats or pizzas. Its friendly nature also makes it ideal for aperitifs or informal meals with friends and family.
The little history of the country
Italy
Ah Italy, what a beautiful hedonistic country, people of the Dolce Vita, but what difficulty in understanding its wine organization! The key to understanding the naming system in Italy is to think of it as several small countries rather than a single homogeneous country because each region has its own naming system. Italy can, however, give wine lovers a multitude of wines with varied and unique flavors and styles, as well as bottles filled with surprise and creativity. Unfortunately, it also produces a large quantity of soulless and characterless wines which are sold under their most useful and commercially reputable name: Pinot Grigio, Chianti, Valpolicella, Lambrusco, Prosecco and many others... But let's talk a little history, viticulture in Italy dates back to ancient times and it originated in Greece. The Etruscans would have planted vines and Greek immigrants would have improved and modified the grape varieties who subsequently called this country "Oenotria": the country of wine. At the height of the Roman Empire, wine held an important place in daily life and certain regions already stood out for the excellence of their product. The Romans also established numerous vineyards in Europe, leaving an indelible testimony to their invasion. Today Italy is the largest wine producer in the world, ahead of France. Italy is divided into three climatic areas. The northern mountains experience a fairly harsh mountain climate. The “middle of the boot” plain is the domain of the continental climate with cold winters and hot, stormy summers. In the "southern part of the Italian boot" the Mediterranean climate reigns with very hot and very dry summers without forgetting the islands of Sicily and Sardinia. In summary, Italy produces wines of great variety thanks to its 200 different grape varieties, many of which originate from their lands. It is a country just as complex as its wines which deserve to be explored!