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RedCarmignanoDOCG

Piaggia Carmignano Riserva DOCG

by Piaggia · Tuscany, Italy

Awards & scores
  • Tre Bicchieri 2022Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2018 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2021Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2017 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2020Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2016 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2019Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2015 vintage
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  • Tre Bicchieri 2018Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2014 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2017Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2013 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2016Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2012 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2015Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2011 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2012Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2008 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2011Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2007 vintage
Appellation
CarmignanoDOCG
Type
Red
Grapes
Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot
Alcohol
14.5%
Sweetness
Dry
Colour
Red
Colour depth
Deep
Body
Medium-bodied
Serve at
16–18 °C
Keeps for
15–20 years
Bottled in
0.75 l
PiaggiaTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes come from the old vineyard at Poggetto, selected with care.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested by hand. Each variety is vinified separately, without added artificial yeast, to preserve its natural character.

Ageing

The wine goes into French oak barrels, where it undergoes malolactic fermentation and matures for at least 18 months. During this time it is racked several times to clarify it and prepare it for bottling. It is neither filtered nor fined, which keeps its sensory qualities intact.

Vintage notes

The description names the 2020 vintage but gives nothing about its weather.

Label / history

Piaggia's flagship red, presented as a modern take on Carmignano.