Appia Antica 400 Rosso Lazio IGT - Tenuta Principe Alberico 2024
Tenuta Principe AlbericoMerlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc Appia Antica 400 Rosso Lazio IGT 75 cl 2024
CHF 18.56−11%(CHF 24.75/ℓ)
Recommended price: CHF 20.93
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Technical information
- Producer
- Tenuta Principe Alberico
- Name
- Appia Antica 400 Rosso Lazio IGT
- Variety
- Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
- Vintage
- 2024
- Gradation
- 14.0%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Ripe red fruits, plum, chocolate, spices, mineral note
- Vinification method
- Fermentation in cement tanks; maceration; barrique ageing
- Aging
- 6–8 months in barrique
- Type of cask
- Barrique
- Color
- Intense ruby red
- Serving temperature
- 16–18 °C
- Pairing
- Red meats, game, aged cheeses, cured meats, pasta
- Region
- Lazio
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Appia Antica Park area, near Rome
- Type
- Red wine
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Appia Antica 400 Rosso is a Lazio IGT from Tenuta Principe Alberico. Ruby in color with lively highlights, it opens with aromas of ripe red fruit accompanied by discreet spice and earthy notes in the background. On the palate it shows balanced structure, tannins that are present but well integrated and a freshness that aids drinkability; the finish is savory and persistent without being intrusive. It is a measured and accessible expression of the estate's production, intended for everyday use but with a certain character.
It pairs simply with home-cooked dishes: pasta with sauce, white meats and moderately aged cheeses. It is advisable to serve it at a mild temperature to better appreciate the aromas and structure, and to open it shortly before consumption to allow it to harmonize in the glass. Suitable for both informal meals and moments of sharing, it offers a reliable presence in the cellar without excessive pretension.
It pairs simply with home-cooked dishes: pasta with sauce, white meats and moderately aged cheeses. It is advisable to serve it at a mild temperature to better appreciate the aromas and structure, and to open it shortly before consumption to allow it to harmonize in the glass. Suitable for both informal meals and moments of sharing, it offers a reliable presence in the cellar without excessive pretension.
The winery
Tenuta Principe Alberico
LazioItalia
Organic winery located along the Appia Antica, near Rome, producing labels such as Alberico (white and red) and the Appia Antica 400 line, showcasing historic grape varieties and traditional techniques reinterpreted today.
- Grape varieties
- Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sémillon, Malvasia (Malvasia di Candia / Malvasia del Lazio), Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon
- Long-established organic production, as reported by the producer.
- Wines focused on international and lesser-known native grape varieties
- Main ranges: Alberico and Appia Antica 400
- Estate shop with wines and local agricultural products
- Visit options, tastings and food-and-wine experiences
The story
The estate is named after Prince Alberico Boncompagni Ludovisi, a central figure in the area's revival who adopted organic practices and introduced varieties that were then little known. The property was revitalized by his granddaughters, who restored the historic vineyard and maintain the inherited techniques, highlighting the agricultural memory and identity of the place.
Production philosophy
Production oriented toward quality and respect for the soil: organic wines, attention to the historic vineyard, use of traditional methods combined with technical consultancy to enhance the volcanic terroir and the typicity of the planted varieties.
Terroir and vineyards
Vineyards located in the Appia Antica and Agro Romano areas, on soils characterized by volcanic ash. The site is influenced by the Ponentino wind and the proximity to Rome, which contribute to the wines' aromatic profile and minerality.
Awards and recognition
Falstaff scores reported for some wines.