Argiano Non Confonditur Super Tuscan 2016

Argiano Non Confonditur Super Tuscan * 2016 Producer: Argiano – Toscana, Montalcino Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese Color: dark ruby Smell: strong, exciting, with notes of black currant, black well-defined, full-bodied, very velvety, with soft tannins and persistent finish; aromas of blackcurrants, blackberries, black cherries and spices; Merlot jam is the binder that connects the earthy notes of Sangiovese with the spicy, blackcurrant notes of Cabernet beans, osso bucco Alcohol: 14.0% Serving temperature 15-18 ° C Early maturity: 2020 – 2028 Each variety is fermented separately, in tanks, to preserve its characteristics. Prior to assembly, the wine is aged for several months in second-hand French barrels and large oak barrels in Slovenia to soften the tannins and harmonize the aromas of the three varieties. 93 James Suckling points: “Very nice nose , with abundant notes of shrubbery ranging from shoots and forest soil to shock, raspberry bushes and dried herbs. Full-bodied, compact and very elegant, delimited by linear tannins and with lively acidity. Drink it in 2020. ” Edition 2015 – 94 James Suckling Points:“ A young, rich and shaved red wine with a bouquet of chocolate, raisins and sandals. Full body, crunchy tannins and long, fragrant finish. Juicy and spicy. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot and a splash of Sangiovese. Drink it or keep it. ” Edition 2013 – 92 James Suckling Points:“ Bouquet and aromas of black fruit, ground coffee and raisins. Full body, smooth tannins and aromatic finish. Non Confunditur is always a stylish and excellent Super Tuscan, made especially from Sangiovese. Drink it or keep it. ” Edition 2012 – 88 Parker Points:“ NC 2013 is a pleasant approach, with a beautiful freshness, bright fruit aromas and sweet breezes in the background. All eyes are on Argiano since the famous property was bought by a group of Brazilian investors. This tasting confirms that the winemaking style has kept its unmistakable identity in all DOC and IGT Toscana products in the field. ” 2010 Edition – 93 James Suckling Points:“ The best Non Confunditur ever made by Argiano ”! “Non Confunditur” (unmistakable) is the Latin inscription on the Argiano coat of arms and the motto of the former owners, the Lovatelli Gaetani family of d’Aragona. The wine bears this name as a tribute to the prestigious and glorious past of the domain. To honor his name, he is, every year, unique and distinct. Since 2002, NC has retained a place of honor among the best Super Tuscans. The father of the Super Tuscans is the eminent oenologist Giacomo Tachis, who started with Argiano Solengo, to continue with Tignanello, Sassicaia and Solaia, created together with the Marquis Pietro Antinori. high quality with high aging potential and high prices. Meanwhile, many of these wines have qualified as DOC or DOCG, but many producers prefer unclassified cataloging or IGT (Indicazione Geografica Tipica) classification, introduced in 1992. *** The story of the estate became in 2019 the first vineyard “Plastic free” in Montalcino begins in 1580, when only wine was produced here for house consumption. The main villa, famous in Italy, was built in 1581 by the Pecci family, one of the great noble families of Siena, on top of a beautiful hill, as you only find in Tuscany. But legend has it that in much more ancient times the sages believed that here was the famous altar of the god Janus, the two-sided one. , Marquis Ballanti Marli or Duchess Caetani, to be bought in 1992 by Countess Noemi Marone Cinzano, a descendant of the family that produces the famous vermouth of the same name. Long settled in Brazil, she decided in early 2013 to break up with Argiano. Through an estimated transaction of 40-50 million Euros, the 100 ha domain has become the property of some Brazilian friends who have announced that they will invest another 2.5-3 million Euros for the modernization and expansion of the vineyards. In 2014, the management of the field was taken over by Bernardino Sani, the former sales director. Graduated in oenology from the University of Florence, in 2015 he also became an oenologist in the field. The collaboration with Franceso Monari, the exceptional head winemaker, is the guarantee that Argiano wines will continue to rise in the international wine elite. With a production of over 120,000 bottle of Brunello di Montalcino, Tenuta di Argiano is among the top ten Brunello manufacturers. The main export markets are the United Kingdom, the USA, Denmark, Japan and Brazil. Argiano wines are produced only from our own grapes. The predominant variety is Sangiovese. The vineyards cover 50 ha of calcareous soil, with a few clayey areas. Once upon a time, the waters of the sea covered the whole area. They are followed by a large amount of minerals crucial for the optimal developsent of the calves. The climate is also generous with the domain: due to the southern exposure, the vineyards enjoy the midday sun all year round. The extraordinary quality of the grapes is largely due to geology and climate. The rest belongs to the skill of the people – the grapes are harvested by hand, in small baskets, and the yield is much reduced to obtain a maximum concentration in the skins, which results in a large amount of anthocyanins and noble tannins. they are the most precious jewel of the field. Since the 16th century, wines have found the optimum temperatureand humidity here, in peace and darkness. Maturation is done in small and medium oak barrels, but also in French barrels that ensure a more subtle and balanced extraction of tannins. At Argiano a constant effort is made to choose the wood, because it is vital for the evolution of the wine. The estate produces five wines, a grappa and olive oil. The respectable Brunello is closely followed by Suolo and two Super Tuscans: Non Confonditur and the masterpiece of the field, Solengo, the first Super Tuscan created by the famous Giacomo Tachis. Last but not least is the famous Rosso, which is said to “drink Rosso, but it looks like Brunello”. It was reinforced again by a decision of the Court of Siena of 15 May 2013, by which Tenuta Argiano was acquitted of all charges brought in the 2007-2009 Brunello counterfeiting scandal. “The acquittal obtained after a long process fills us with the satisfaction and enthusiasm necessary to continue to raise the level of this historic and unique vineyard,” said the then administrator of the field. The wines entitle us to believe it.