Villa Medicea Carmignano Riserva DOCG 2004

Country: Italia
Region:Carmingnano, Tuscany, Italy
Varietals: 75% Sangiovese / 18% Cabernet Sauvignon7% Canaiolo
Single Vineyard Blended / Single vintage
Alcohol: 13.5%
Aging:Up to 3 years in French allier barriquesRefined 6 months in bottle
750ml

Winemaker: Villa ArtiminoCarmingnano, Tuscany

Wine Notes:

A classic and prestigious wine first created and produced by Royal Medici Family of Tuscany in the early 9th century, this wine, at one time, was the most valuable wine in all of Italy.

Villa Medicea Artimino History:
Etruscan Period (7th Century BC):
The Villa was the center of an important township with the main grape/wine production area called the ""Borgo"" and the sacred center where the Villa currently stands today.
Roman Period (2nd Century BC):
Distribution of the land was granted to the veterans returning from the Gauls and during this period the entire estate was transformed into an agricultural center.
Medieval Period (7th Century AD):
The valued land fell into a fight between the cities of Florence, Pistoia, and Pisa for territorial control.
Medici Period (9th Century AD):
The land and site was loved by Cosimo I de Medici. His son, Ferdinando, ordered Buontalenti to design the Villa and it was turned into a large hunting estate by Francesco II, and the royal Medici vineyards and land were qualified and established.
Today the Villa acts as a convention center with a 4 star hotel and restaurants. The royal Medici farm, vineyards, and winery, now know as the area of Carmignano, are amongst the best in all of Italy and produce one of the famed and prestigious DOCG red wines of Italy, the Carmignano.

Winemaker Notes:

3 years in Allier Barriques give this wine its wonderful character and balance. At sight a bright, deep ruby red color with maroon highlights. The nose is wide and full with a persistent bouquet of violets and wild red berries that are accentuated by the Barriques. The taste is dry, sapid, soft, smooth, and warm, with a long, well balanced, flavorful finish. An incredible wine to enjoy now or to hold for years.

Decanting Highly Recommended.
Special Note: Limited Annual Production.

Pairing:

An excellent wine to enjoy with wild game, roasted or grilled meats, pork, poultry, and pasta.