Avignonesi Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2011
Editor Rating
- Rated 4.5 stars
- Outstanding
$40.00
- Tuscany
- Reviewed by: Treve Ring
- Published on: April 5, 2016
- Last modified: April 5, 2016
Review Summary:
Vino Nobile de Montepulciano still struggles in Canada, likely because drinkers confuse the label with the much simpler Montepulciano d'Abruzzo. This comes from the vineyards surrounding the town of Montepulciano and is primarily from Sangiovese (known locally as Prugnolo Gentile), blended with Canaiolo Nero and small amounts of other local varieties such as Mammolo. This house has been biodynamically farmed since this 2011 vintage. Deep, brooding dark cherry, black plum, ink and mulberry notes carry through to the velveteen palate. Mouth-filling ripe and concentrated fruit is well supported by firm, structured tannins. Sweet spices, medicinal black cherry and kirsch linger on the long finish.