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Ventisei Rosso Toscana IGT - Avignonesi 2021
AvignonesiCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese Toscana IGT 75 cl 2021
$11.68−16%($15.57/ℓ)
Recommended price: $13.89
Excise and customs charges incl. (EU, CH, US only)
Technical information
- Producer
- Avignonesi
- Name
- Toscana IGT
- Variety
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese
- Vintage
- 2021
- Gradation
- 13.5%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Red fruits, spices, balsamic notes
- Vinification method
- Steel fermentation, skin maceration
- Aging
- 12-18 months
- Type of cask
- Oak barrels
- Color
- Ruby red
- Serving temperature
- 16-18°C
- Recommended consumption
- Within 5-7 years
- Pairing
- Red meats, aged cheeses
- Region
- Tuscany
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Montepulciano
- Type
- Red wine
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The Ventisei Rosso Toscana IGT is a refined and complex example from Avignonesi winery, located in the heart of Tuscany, a region renowned for the production of high-quality wines. This wine reflects a deep dedication to viticulture and winemaking, enhancing the unique characteristics of the Tuscan terroir.
Sourced from carefully selected vineyards, the Ventisei Rosso is a blend of various typically Tuscan grapes. It presents a deep and vibrant red color, an initial clue to its taste intensity. On the nose, it reveals an intricate bouquet of aromas, among which notes of ripe red fruits like cherry and raspberry stand out, along with hints of spices and a light touch of vanilla, derived from its aging in oak barrels.
On the palate, the Ventisei Rosso Toscana IGT shows a solid and well-balanced structure. The tannins are soft yet present, harmoniously integrated with the typical acidity of Tuscan wines, which contributes to a long and pleasantly persistent finish. The complexity of flavors is reaffirmed, with additions of earthy notes and a slight minerality that enrich the tasting experience.
This wine is ideal for pairing with rich and structured dishes, such as roasted meats, game, or aged cheeses. Capable of aging gracefully, the Ventisei also offers excellent potential for evolution, promising to develop further aromatic nuances with a few years in the bottle.
In summary, the Ventisei Rosso Toscana IGT by Avignonesi is an excellent expression of Tuscan red wine, combining viticultural tradition and fresh innovation, ideal for enthusiasts eager to experience the depth and complexity of this illustrious wine region.
Sourced from carefully selected vineyards, the Ventisei Rosso is a blend of various typically Tuscan grapes. It presents a deep and vibrant red color, an initial clue to its taste intensity. On the nose, it reveals an intricate bouquet of aromas, among which notes of ripe red fruits like cherry and raspberry stand out, along with hints of spices and a light touch of vanilla, derived from its aging in oak barrels.
On the palate, the Ventisei Rosso Toscana IGT shows a solid and well-balanced structure. The tannins are soft yet present, harmoniously integrated with the typical acidity of Tuscan wines, which contributes to a long and pleasantly persistent finish. The complexity of flavors is reaffirmed, with additions of earthy notes and a slight minerality that enrich the tasting experience.
This wine is ideal for pairing with rich and structured dishes, such as roasted meats, game, or aged cheeses. Capable of aging gracefully, the Ventisei also offers excellent potential for evolution, promising to develop further aromatic nuances with a few years in the bottle.
In summary, the Ventisei Rosso Toscana IGT by Avignonesi is an excellent expression of Tuscan red wine, combining viticultural tradition and fresh innovation, ideal for enthusiasts eager to experience the depth and complexity of this illustrious wine region.
The winery
Avignonesi
ToscanaItaliaSince 1974
Winery in Montepulciano (Le Capezzine), renowned for Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and Vin Santo, noted for its sustainable approach with organic and biodynamic practices.
- Grape varieties
- Sangiovese (Prugnolo Gentile), Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Malvasia, Trebbiano, Canaiolo, Grechetto
- Tenuta Le Capezzine: premises, Vin Santo loft and wine tourism hospitality.
- Specialties: Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG and Vin Santo.
- Certified practices: organic agriculture and biodynamic practices; corporate status as a 'società benefit' and inclusion on the B‑Corp list.
- The "International Grapes & Icons" ranges, together with the Nobile and Da•Di families.
- Use of indigenous yeasts and aging in large Slavonian oak casks, barriques and caratelli for the Vin Santo.
The story
A winery founded as a local enterprise in the 1970s and internationally recognized for Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. In recent years, ownership and management have steered the company toward organic and biodynamic farming practices and an impact-driven corporate model. The company has been relaunched and expanded over time through acquisitions and investments dedicated to enhancing the local area and its wines.
Production philosophy
Practical, stated commitment to sustainability: soil care, use of biodynamic preparations, fermentations with indigenous yeasts, and an approach that prioritizes biodiversity and reducing its impact. The winery also frames its mission as “being a good ancestor,” with attention to its environmental and social legacy.
Terroir and vineyards
The estate's activities are concentrated in the Montepulciano area, with the main estate Le Capezzine. The vineyards extend across the territories of Montepulciano and neighboring areas such as Cortona, expressing the character of the local terroirs.
Awards and recognition
Chiocciola 2024; Robert Parker’s Green Emblem 2022; recent awards for individual labels.
