Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG - Salcheto 2016

Salcheto

100% Prugnolo Gentile · Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG · 75 cl · 2016

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Producer Salcheto
Name Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG
Variety 100% Prugnolo Gentile
Vintage 2016
Gradation 13.5%
Format 75 cl
Vinification method Fermentation in wood
Region Tuscany
Production area Salcheto vineyards, Montepulciano
Country Italy
Type Red wine
Aging 18 months in wood; 6 months in bottle
Type of cask 70% cask, 30% tonneaux
Color Red
Serving temperature 18–20 °C
Recommended consumption Drink within 8–10 years
Pairing Earthy first courses and meat
Salcheto’s Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG is a red wine bearing a controlled and guaranteed designation of origin associated with Montepulciano. It is a suitable choice for those looking to serve a recognisable name from Tuscany’s winemaking tradition. The available information does not specify the vintage, grape composition or ageing details, so this description stays with confirmed facts and does not assign particular aromas or characteristics to the wine.

At the table, it can be paired with meat dishes, roasts and medium- to long-aged cheeses—classic matches for a red wine in this category. It can also accompany savoury pasta dishes, with the menu guiding the choice. For a balanced presentation, serve it in a red-wine glass and let it breathe for a few minutes after opening. The bottle is suited to a convivial meal or as a gift for someone who appreciates Italian designations of origin. Before buying or serving, it is useful to check the label for the vintage and any further details not included in the product listing.
The winery

Salcheto – Winery in Tuscany

Discover the story and wines of Salcheto.

A winery in Montepulciano, Tuscany, with over 60 hectares of vineyards farmed under the organic protocol. It produces wines rooted in the local terroir, including Rosso di Montepulciano DOC.
Region: Tuscany
Country: Italy
Winery history
Salcheto was founded in 1984 as a mixed-crop farm. The first vintage of its Rosso di Montepulciano DOC was 1992.
Production philosophy
The winery focuses on expressing the local terroir and continually improving environmental, social and economic sustainability. Its vineyards are farmed under the organic protocol, and sustainable practices are also used in the cellar.
Terroir and vineyards
The estate is located in Montepulciano, in the province of Siena. Its vineyards and wines are closely connected to the Montepulciano area.