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Grosso Agontano Conero Riserva DOCG

by Garofoli · Marche, Italy

Awards & scores
Appellation
CòneroDOCG
Type
Red
Grapes
Montepulciano
Alcohol
14.0%
Sweetness
Dry
Colour
Red
Colour depth
Deep
Body
Medium-bodied
Serve at
18 °C
Bottled in
0.75 l
GarofoliMarche, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

Yields in the vineyards are deliberately kept low to give the wine excellent structure. Garofoli's vineyards lie in Marche, in the centre of the Italian peninsula, between the Apennine Mountains to the west and the Adriatic Sea to the east.

Ageing

After fermentation the wine ages for one to two years in small oak barrels, followed by almost as long in bottle, which further develops its structure. It is suited to long-term cellaring.

Tasting profile

Refined and rich. The distinctive character and Maraschino cherry notes typical of Conero red wines blend harmoniously with the woody nuances gained during ageing.

Label / history

The Garofoli house dates to 1871, when Antonio Garofoli began producing and selling local wines. Four further generations continued his traditions, updating production methods while preserving the local character. The family today owns 50 hectares of vineyards and produces around 2 million bottles a year.