2013 Avignonesi Vino Nobile di Montepulciano
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Wednesday, May 18, 2022 - 2013 Avignonesi Vino Nobile di Montepulciano was perfumed and savoury, entering its early maturity. The maturing Prugnolo Gentile was clear and pale garnet in colour with traces of fine sediments. There were expressive aromas of preserved red cherry, blackberry, Mediterranean herbs, and orange zest out of the bottle. Gentle swirling reveals complexities of leather, baking spices and tilted soil.
The mouthfeel was dry and medium-bodied, accompanied by a medium level of polished tannin and medium-high level of integrated acidity. Flavours of dried mulberry and preserved red cherry led to tobacco, smoked meat and forest floor in a medium, savoury finish. The 14% alcohol was well-concealed. The empty bottle weighed 448 grams. The delicate aromas seemed to dissipate quickly in glass. I would recommend uncorking the bottle shortly before service, and pouring the wine in small portions.
Detailed winemaking information is available on the winery website. The wine is pure Prugnolo Gentile, which is a regional synonym of Sangiovese. The relatively young vines are between nine to thirty five years old, cultivated at an altitude of 270 to 375 metres above the sea level, on soil rich in clay. Alcoholic fermentation and maceration on the skins lasts from twenty to thirty days, depending on the characters of individual lots. The wine is raised for twelve months in French barriques, and then six months in large Slavonian oak casks. After bottling, the wine rests in the bottle for six months prior to commercial release. 198,299 bottles are produced.
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