2020 Piaggia - Carmignano DOCG Riserva (750ml)

The 2020 Piaggia Carmignano DOCG Riserva delivers a structured, Sangiovese-forward profile typical of Tuscany’s historic Carmignano zone, extended by eighteen months of French oak barrel aging and a measured three-week skin maceration. Cultivated in older vineyards near Poggetto and buffered against harsh northern winds and coastal moisture by the Apennines and Montalbano hills, the wine merges traditional Tuscan Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot. Fermentation relies on indigenous yeasts to maintain varietal clarity, while malolactic conversion and post-fermentation barrel maturation soften the tannic edge before final bottle resting achieves balance.

Aromatic layers of dried rose, black cherry, and cedary spice emerge alongside muted dark chocolate. The mouthfeel turns supple and multilayered, with polished red and blue fruit supported by bright acidity and tightly knit tannins. The finish stretches cleanly, leaving traces of white pepper, licorice, and violet. This architecture pairs reliably with grilled steak, braised lamb, or generous chunks of well-aged pecorino cheese. Serve between sixty-five and sixty-eight degrees Fahrenheit after a brief air, or hold in a cool cellar for four to seven years to develop tertiary earth and leather nuances.